When is azoospermic infertility treatable without intracytoplasmic sperm injection?

abstract：OBJECTIVE:There is evidence showing that GH and IGF-I have specific receptors in the heart and that these hormones are able to promote cardiac remodelling and inotropism. It has been reported that patients with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) benefit from treatment with rhGH showing a striking increase in cardiac contract...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Broglio F,Fubini A,Morello M,Arvat E,Aimaretti G,Gianotti L,Boghen MF,Deghenghi R,Mangiardi L,Ghigo E

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cushing's syndrome (CS) is a well recognized cause of bone loss. Although many previous studies have shown decreased bone mineral density (BMD) in the lumbar spina and proximal femur of patients with endogenous CS, so far, the data estimating BMD in their peripheral skeleton are sparse. The aim of the present...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Karavitaki N,Ioannidis G,Giannakopoulos F,Mavrokefalos P,Thalassinos N

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The increasing use in clinical practice of octreotide (a somatostatin analogue which inhibits the secretion of GH and other peptide hormones) led us to study the effects of this treatment on GH, insulin-like growth factors (IGF)-I and II and IGF-binding protein (IGFBP)-3, as well as on circulating IGFBP compl...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Barreca A,Cariola G,Ponzani P,Arvigo M,Foppiani L,Giordano G,Minuto F

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:There is a lack of normal reference data on urinary GH (u-GH) excretion in children. We have investigated the impact of age, gender, pubertal development and body mass on reference values for u-GH excretion in normally growing non-obese and obese children. STUDY DESIGN:u-GH levels were evaluated in 1153 heal...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Bona G,Petri A,Rapa A,Conti A,Sartorio A

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The interferon-induced helicase C domain-containing protein 1 (IFIH1) gene encodes a sensor for double-stranded RNA that initiates antiviral activity against enteroviruses. Previous investigations have indicated a role for IFIH1 in autoimmunity, as common and rare polymorphisms in this gene have been associat...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Zurawek M,Fichna M,Januszkiewicz D,Fichna P,Nowak J

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirteen normal children, seven males and six females, during early puberty (I-II according to Tanner), have been studied. Each subject was injected at weekly intervals and in random order with 100 micrograms of LHRH, 0.2 mg/kg of naloxone and 0.9% saline in single bolus. The gonadotrophin response was evaluated. The ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Fraioli F,Cappa M,Fabbri A,Gnessi L,Moretti C,Borrelli P,Isidori A

更新日期：1984-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Total and free thyroid hormones were measured in a group of asymptomatic subjects with high circulating TSH concentrations and a previous history of radioiodine therapy. Subjects in the high TSH group all fell within the normal range for measurements of total T4, total T3 and T4/TBG ratio. Concentrations of free T4 or...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Franklyn JA,Sheppard MC,Ramsden DB,Hoffenberg R

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 24-year-old negress with the triad of acanthosis nigricans, hirsutism associated with polycystic ovaries and insulin resistance is reported. Metabolic studies were done 3 years after a bilateral ovarian wedge resection. Partial remission of the hirsutism and return of menstrual cycles occurred after surgery. Extreme...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Leme CE,Wajchenberg BL,Lerário AC,Goldman J,Borges JL

更新日期：1982-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There is no licensed, dose-appropriate formulation of hydrocortisone for children with adrenal insufficiency (AI) and patients rely on compounded adult medication. The aim of this study was to evaluate the absorption, palatability and safety of Infacort® , an immediate-release, granule formulation of hydroco...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Neumann U,Whitaker MJ,Wiegand S,Krude H,Porter J,Davies M,Digweed D,Voet B,Ross RJ,Blankenstein O

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty women with secondary hypogonadism and four normal women in the early follicular phase of the cycle were treated for 7 days with 10, 50 or 100 micrograms synthetic LHRH administered intramuscularly at 4 h intervals. Concentrations of pituitary and ovarian hormones in plasma were measured at intervals during the ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Vaughan Williams CA,McNeilly AS,Baird DT

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six normal adult males were given clonidine and GHRH either separately, or in combination, in random order. The peak serum GH concentrations elicited by clonidine or GHRH were variable but one factor influencing the GH response to GHRH was the GH secretory status in the hour prior to the administration of the GHRH. Pe...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Suri D,Hindmarsh PC,Brain CE,Pringle PJ,Brook CG

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty-three samples of follicular fluid (FF) were collected from 14 patients with the polycystic ovary (PCO) syndrome and matched for FF-volume with small follicles collected from subjects with normal ovaries. The median (range) FF concentration of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF1) in the group with PCO, 0.42 (0.13...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Eden JA,Jones J,Carter GD,Alaghband-Zadeh J

更新日期：1990-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:IGF-I has important actions on cell division, apoptosis, differentiation and metabolism, as well as on cell proliferation in vascular smooth muscle. Deficiency of GH, an important regulator of IGF-I, is associated with reduced well-being. IGF-I levels have been related to cognitive function in older individua...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Unden AL,Elofsson S,Knox S,Lewitt MS,Brismar K

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Papillary thyroid microcarcinoma (PTMC) has an excellent prognosis with an indolent disease course. However, some PTMCs have an aggressive course with lateral cervical lymph node (LCLN) metastasis or distant metastasis. This study aimed to evaluate the pre-operative features of PTMC associated with LCLN meta...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Jeon MJ,Chung MS,Kwon H,Kim M,Park S,Baek JH,Song DE,Sung TY,Hong SJ,Kim TY,Kim WB,Shong YK,Lee JH,Kim WG

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Subclinical hypercortisolism (SH) has been associated with increased prevalence of hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, dyslipidaemia, central obesity, osteoporosis and vertebral fractures. We aimed to investigate the accuracy of different SH diagnostic criteria in predicting the presence of complications....

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Morelli V,Masserini B,Salcuni AS,Eller-Vainicher C,Savoca C,Viti R,Coletti F,Guglielmi G,Battista C,Iorio L,Beck-Peccoz P,Ambrosi B,Arosio M,Scillitani A,Chiodini I

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:One of the aims of a subcutaneous (SC) injection is to avoid intradermal or intramuscular injections. Pen systems are an alternative solution to single-use syringes and have become standard for example diabetes therapy. Shorter and smaller needles minimize pain and the risk of intramuscular injections. The th...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Ludescher B,Rommel M,Willmer T,Fritsche A,Schick F,Machann J

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Identification of the novel endocrine role of osteocalcin (OC) and its receptor GPRC6A has given rise to a new branch of research in OC/GPRC6A axis related to glucose metabolism. GPRC6A- and OC-deficient mice share features of the metabolic syndrome, in addition to male infertility. Recently, the polymorphism...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Di Nisio A,Rocca MS,Fadini GP,De Toni L,Marcuzzo G,Marescotti MC,Sanna M,Plebani M,Vettor R,Avogaro A,Foresta C

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Assessment of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis after pituitary surgery is important for appropriate decision making regarding replacement therapy. The synacthen test is often used but is questioned, as time has to elapse for adrenal atrophy to develop. OBJECTIVE:To audit the use of the 250 micr...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Klose M,Lange M,Kosteljanetz M,Poulsgaard L,Feldt-Rasmussen U

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Recent studies have shown that a relatively high number of diabetic patients may have unsuspected Cushing's syndrome (CS). The aim of the present study was to screen for CS in adult patients with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus who were not selected for clinical characteristics, such as poor control and obe...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Reimondo G,Pia A,Allasino B,Tassone F,Bovio S,Borretta G,Angeli A,Terzolo M

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The distinction between constitutional delay of growth and puberty (CDGP) and isolated hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (IHH) in males with delayed puberty is difficult but important for timely treatment. We assessed the accuracy of the GnRH agonist test (triptorelin 0·1 mg) in comparison with inhibin B alone or...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Binder G,Schweizer R,Blumenstock G,Braun R

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To explore the mechanism for the hypogonadism associated with prolactin hypersecretion in men we examined luteinizing hormone (LH) secretory profiles in four hyperprolactinaemic men before and during treatment with bromocriptine. Pretreatment serum prolactin levels were increased 4-100 fold and serum testosterone leve...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Winters SJ,Troen P

更新日期：1984-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Associations between calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) polymorphisms and serum calcium, PTH and bone mineral density (BMD) have been reported by six studies. However, three other studies have failed to detect such associations. We therefore further investigated three CaSR coding region polymorphisms (Ala986Ser...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Harding B,Curley AJ,Hannan FM,Christie PT,Bowl MR,Turner JJ,Barber M,Gillham-Nasenya I,Hampson G,Spector TD,Thakker RV

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The intensive physical activity is often associated with cardiac changes. OBJECTIVES:(i) To evaluate the IGF-I system and myocardial structure and function by standard Doppler echocardiography and Tissue Doppler in athletes and sedentary controls; and (ii) to determine any relationship between IGF-I system ...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Vitale G,Galderisi M,Colao A,Innelli P,Guerra G,Guerra E,Dini FL,Orio F Jr,Soscia A,De Divitiis O,Lombardi G

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To audit the efficacy of quinagolide (CV205-502, Norprolac, Sandoz) in lowering prolactin, and its tolerability, in patients with bromocriptine resistance (BCR) or bromocriptine intolerance (BCI), in view of the paucity of results published in patients specifically with BCR or BCI, by collating results in our...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Vilar L,Burke CW

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To document current practices in the approach to low testosterone in older men. Given that recommendations are based on low-level evidence, we hypothesized that there would be a wide variability in clinical practice patterns. DESIGN:Members of all major endocrine and andrological societies were invited to pa...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Grossmann M,Anawalt BD,Wu FC

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ratios of reverse triiodothyronine (rT3) to triiodothyronine (T3) concentrations were similar (0.89 +/- 0.09) in twenty-three autonomous thyroid nodules (fourteen decompensated, nine compensated) and paranodular tissues (0.82 +/- 0.08), whereas the serum ratio was significantly lower (0.098 +/- 0.014). This is com...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Reinwein D,Durrer H,Emrich D,Meinhold H,Wenzel KW

更新日期：1977-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The risk of progression of subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) to clinical dysfunction is one of the factors considered in the decision to treat this condition. This study evaluated the natural history of SCH in women with TSH ≤10 mIU/l. DESIGN:This is a prospective study. PATIENTS:Two hundred and fifty-two wo...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Rosário PW,Carvalho M,Calsolari MR

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Growth hormone deficiency is considered the most important factor determining skeletal fragility in hypopituitary patients. Osteoblasts and chondrocytes express growth hormone (GH) receptor. Two GH receptor isoforms (GHRi) have been identified: they differ for the presence/absence of a protein fragment enc...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Mormando M,Chiloiro S,Bianchi A,Giampietro A,Angelini F,Tartaglione L,Nasto L,Milardi D,Formenti AM,Giustina A,De Marinis L

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The contribution of lipid abnormalities to this higher risk, in particular atherogenic modifications of low density lipoprotein (LDL) such as a shift towards smaller LDL, has not been properly explored. We aimed to e...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Dejager S,Pichard C,Giral P,Bruckert E,Federspield MC,Beucler I,Turpin G

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of endogenous opiate peptides in puerperal hyperprolactinaemia, and in the control of TSH in hypothyroidism, has been investigated. Although exogenous opioids raise prolactin and TSH levels, 16 mg naloxone administered to women on days 2-4 of the puerperium produced no significant change in serum prolactin an...

journal_title：Clinical endocrinology

authors： Grossman A,West S,Williams J,Evans J,Rees LH,Besser GM

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00