Testosterone: Action, Deficiency, Substitution [Hardcover]

Eberhard Nieschlag (Editor), Hermann M. Behre (Editor), S. Nieschlag (Assistant), E. Nieschlag (Author), H. M. Behre (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 1998 | ISBN-10: 3540642838 | ISBN-13: 978-3540642831 | Edition: 2nd

This completely revised and extended 2nd edition is a textbook and reference book for everybody interested in testosterone. It covers the biosynthesis, action and metabolism of testosterone as well as the molecular biology of the androgen receptor. All aspects of testosterone action are presented. Special chapters deal with its role in spermatogenesis, its psychotropic effects, effects on bones, muscles, lipids and hair. Conventional and modern transdermal methods of testosterone substitution are discussed in great detail. Male senescence and male contraception are covered as well as doping control for anabolic steroids. Each chapter is concluded by highlighted "key messages" for a quick orientation of the reader. A must for every clinician interested in the male!

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"Fascinating...an extremely useful clinical overview...this interesting and wide-ranging reference will be a valuable asset to a departmental library..." BJO International

"An impressive book that is an excellent resource for the researcher, primary or specialist clinician, and fellow in training. It should be part of the library of every andrology, endrocrinology, and primary care professional." Fertility and Sterility

"I would strongly recommend Testosterone: Action, Deficiency, Substitution to all endocrinologists, basic and clinical alike, as an indispensable source of information about the fundamental biology and clinical physiology of androgens. The editors and the authors should be congratulated on their splendid achievement." TRENDS in Endocrinology and Metabolism, Ariel L. Barkan

"This book should be read not only by scientists dealing with steroid hormones but also by every doctor treating patients with androgen deficiency. It presents the current knowledge concerning androgen replacement therapy in a convincing manner." Andrologia, A. Jung, GieBen

"The book is well edited and illustrated and concluded by a detailed index. The volume belongs in the library of all those who deal with men, both clinically and scientifically." The Aging Male, B. Lunenfeld

"Excellent editorial work resulted in lovely and instructive organization of all chapters. The book certainly should be considered an important contribution to understand the contemporary knowledge about testosterone and about androgens in general." Endocrine Regulations

"There is much to commend in this book. It remains an impressive overview of the area and the major changes made since the 1998 version are to the good." Human Fertility

"This book is a must reference for any practitioner or researcher who is going to be involved with measuring or prescribing testosterone or, for that matter, any androgen. it is so comprehensive that urologists who consider themselves a subspecialist in either oncology, impotence, infertility or geriatrics will find the information in this tone pertinent to their subspecialty." The Journal of Urology, Jacob Raifer, M.D. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Book Description

This book provides a comprehensive, up-to-date reference on testosterone and other androgens, and their role in human physiology and pathology. It covers biosynthesis and mechanisms of action and reviews their effects on brain and behaviour, spermatogenesis, hair growth, bones, muscles, erythropoiesis, the cardiovascular system and lipids, erection, and the prostate. Therapeutic uses of testosterone preparations are carefully evaluated, including use in women, the aging male, and its abuse and detection in sport. The book reviews applications in male contraception, the role of 5a-reductase inhibitors and the controversial use of DHEA. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 594 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 2nd edition (November 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3540642838
• ISBN-13: 978-3540642831
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,067,354 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: Testosterone: Action, Deficiency, Substitution (Hardcover)

There is probably no other textbook on testosterone that can bring together so much information in such an authoratative way as this one. The book explores every facet of the universe of hypogonadism while providing information in a highly readable and interesting format. Very highly recommended!