Urol. praxi. 2023;24(4):229-234 | DOI: 10.36290/uro.2023.085

The risks of testosterone therapy

MUDr. Mgr. Magda Krechlerová, FEBU
Urologické oddělení FN u sv. Anny v Brně
Ústav ochrany a podpory zdraví LF MU v Brně

The main treatment for primary hypogonadism is testosterone replacement therapy. In urological outpatient practice, we often consult men with late onset hypogonadism due to aging. Regarding patients age and comorbidities knowledge of correct diagnostics, indications and forms of treatment is essential. The goal is torelive the symptoms of hypogonadism while maintaining maximal safety and minimalising the adverse effects of the treatment. The article summarizes knowledge about the physiological effect of testosterone, the benefits and risks of its substitution.

Keywords: hypogonadism, male aging syndrome, testosterone replacement.

Accepted: November 27, 2023; Published: November 30, 2023  Show citation

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Krechlerová M. The risks of testosterone therapy. Urol. praxi. 2023;24(4):229-234. doi: 10.36290/uro.2023.085.
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