Vasomotor symptoms may increase the risk for cardiovascular diseases through still elusive mechanisms. Increased cortisol release may favor atherosclerosis. In this study, we tested whether vasomotor and psychological symptoms are associated with an increase in cortisol levels.A cross-sectional investigation on women in early menopause enrolled...
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2011 (v1)PublicationUploaded on: April 14, 2023
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2012 (v1)Publication
Objectives Conflicting evidence indicates an increased risk for cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women suffering from hot flushes. In this study, we tested whether, beyond hot flushes, menopausal symptoms are associated with biochemical and biophysical risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Methods Retrospective cross-sectional...
Uploaded on: March 27, 2023