Two recently published studies significantly contribute to current knowledge regarding testosterone therapy and cardiovascular health. Researches from Harvard reported that 3 years of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in older men with low or low-normal testosterone does not cause progression of subclinical atherosclerosis o hardening of the arteries. The clinical trial was published in JAMA (2015; 314:570-81).
In addition, an article in the European Heart Journal (Aug. 6, 2015), showed that testosterone replacement therapy significantly reduced risks of death, myocardial infarction, and stroke.
The findings of both studies add to the ongoing evidence of testosterone treatment safety, cardiovascular safety in particular.
Bottom Line: These studies provide substantial confidence regarding the use of testosterone therapy when administered and monitored appropriately in well-selected individuals. These are men who have symptoms of low testosterone and confirmed by a blood test that documents low testosterone.
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