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The relationship of estrogen receptor-alpha polymorphism with symptoms and other characteristics in post-menopausal women.
Maturitas - 15 Oct 2004
Malacara Juan Manuel, Pérez-Luque Elva Leticia, Martínez-Garza Sandra, Sánchez-Marín Francisco Javier
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVES: To study the influence of the estrogen receptor-alpha (ER-alpha) genotypes (PvuII and XbaI polymorphisms) on symptoms and bone density. METHODS: We recruited 177 post-menopausal women to register hot flashes, vaginal dryness, depression, anxiety, sleep alterations, and serum hormones (FSH, LH, estrone, and estradiol). Bone mineral density (BMD) was measured with a radiographic method, correcting with...
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