March 2024 in “Advances in obstetrics and gynecology research” This study found that combining hysteroscopic surgery with Diane-35 significantly improved treatment efficacy and reduced the recurrence rate of endometrial polyps compared to hysteroscopy alone, while also resulting in lower endometrial thickness at 6-month and 12-month follow-ups.
June 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” In this study, researchers analyzed data showing that Black women became the racial group with the highest incidence of endometrial cancer starting in 2017, associating frequent use of chemical hair relaxers with an increased risk of this cancer.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study found that platelet-rich fibrin provides more sustained therapeutic effects than platelet-rich plasma in inhibiting apoptosis and enhancing proliferation and migration of human endometrial stromal cells.
41 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This study found that melatonin significantly improved metabolic and reproductive parameters in PCOS-induced rats, with effects similar to metformin.
May 2010 in “Deleted Journal” PCOS causes menstrual issues, infertility, and long-term health risks.
18 citations
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December 2014 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” This study suggests that weight loss can improve fertility outcomes in overweight and obese women with PCOS, and letrozole should be considered the new first-line treatment over clomiphene citrate for anovulatory infertility in this population.
96 citations
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October 1987 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” This study found that long-term GnRH agonist administration in premenopausal women with polycystic ovarian disease resulted in persistent suppression of ovarian steroid secretion, while adrenal steroid levels remained unchanged.
8 citations
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February 2009 in “Current Women's Health Reviews” This review discusses the impact of testosterone therapy on postmenopausal women's sexual function and well-being but notes a lack of long-term safety studies and debates on defining androgen insufficiency.
49 citations
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February 2009 in “Maturitas” This review discusses the use of testosterone therapy for low libido in women, noting mixed evidence on breast cancer risk and a lack of long-term safety data.
46 citations
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May 2009 in “Maturitas” This study found that taking a daily oral dose of 50mg DHEA for one year had no significant impact on blood lipids, insulin sensitivity, or the endometrium in postmenopausal women with low libido.
11 citations
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September 2012 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” This review examines the scientific evidence on the short-term safety of testosterone therapy for treating hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women, without presenting new clinical results.
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November 2023 in “American journal of clinical pathology” This case report highlights a rare occurrence of poorly differentiated endometrial carcinoma in a transgender man undergoing long-term testosterone therapy, underscoring the necessity of continued gynecologic care and further research into the effects of testosterone on endometrial health in this population.
82 citations
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January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” This study describes the enzymatic processes through which DHEA is converted to active sex steroids in human skin, highlighting an androgenic effect on sebaceous glands and estrogenic effects in the vagina.
10 citations
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January 2015 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” This review discusses the effects and selection criteria of different progestogens in various treatments but reports no direct clinical comparisons of their metabolic effects.
9 citations
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September 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This study found that intrauterine PRP infusion is a safe and effective treatment for patients with refractory thin endometrium and implantation failures, with the improvement primarily driven by the angiogenic cytokines in PRP.
9 citations
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January 2023 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” This study found that intrauterine administration of botulinum toxin A improved endometrial environment and receptivity in a murine model of thin endometrium through mechanisms involving IGFBP3 and osteopontin.
This study found that a complex extract of Polygonatum sibiricum and Nelumbinis semen improved menopause symptoms in an ovariectomized rat model by enhancing blood lipid metabolism and reducing osteoporosis, without increasing risks of side effects like endometriosis, unlike conventional hormone-replacement therapy.
2 citations
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March 1976 in “PubMed” In this study, Neogynon was found to be 100% effective as a contraceptive, with no observed failures in 3129 cycles among 184 women, while side effects included changes in endometrial patterns and some central nervous system effects.
This review discusses how nanotechnology can potentially enhance the treatment and delivery of clomiphene citrate for ovulatory disorders, with a focus on improving solubility and minimizing side effects in women experiencing anovulatory infertility, highlighting its 80% efficacy in triggering ovulation in treated cases.
4 citations
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May 2025 in “Open Access Journal of Contraception” This study suggests that lower-dose ethinyl estradiol formulations and progestin-only contraceptives may offer safer options for managing PCOS in obese women due to minimal metabolic effects.
May 2021 in “Histochemistry and Cell Biology” This article highlights studies on cholesterol transporter proteins in hair cycles, epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition in cancer, ovarian hormone effects on cell polarity before implantation, and UV effects on rodent skin, without providing new clinical results.
14 citations
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September 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” This review discusses potential treatments for androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new findings, emphasizing the importance of individualized antiandrogenic management to minimize side effects.
14 citations
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April 2005 in “African Journal of Reproductive Health” This article reviews non-biodegradable progestational subdermal implants as long-acting contraceptives for women, discussing their effectiveness, associated side effects, and implementation challenges without reporting new clinical results.
4 citations
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June 1990 in “Postgraduate medicine” This review highlights that pharmacologic therapy for hirsutism can effectively decrease hair growth, normalize menstrual cycles, and reduce endometrial cancer risk, with improvements in physical and mental well-being and minimal serious side effects reported.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This infographic reviews the pathophysiology and complications of PCOS, illustrating how genetic and environmental factors contribute to its development, and highlights associated metabolic and neuroendocrine effects.
10 citations
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December 2019 in “in Vivo” This study found that administering testosterone to ovariectomized female rats decreased endometrial tight junction complexity and expression of specific proteins, potentially affecting embryo implantation.
September 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that administering a supraphysiological dose of testosterone to female rats significantly reduced estrogen and progesterone levels, disrupted sex steroid receptor expression, and interfered with the embryonic implantation window, indicating potential implications for androgen-related endometrial conditions.
January 2025 in “American Journal of Translational Research” This study reported that the combination of EE-CPA and raloxifene effectively manages PCOS-related infertility, enhancing pregnancy outcomes through improvements in metabolism, sex hormones, ovarian function, and endometrial receptivity, without significantly increasing adverse effects.
December 2021 in “Journal of oncology research reviews & reports” This article discusses the treatment options for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome and notes the need for further research to improve patient management.
9 citations
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May 2024 in “Cureus” This review discusses the role of platelet-rich plasma in assisted reproductive technology for enhancing endometrial receptivity and reports promising outcomes.