Testosterone From Basic to Clinical Aspects
Research on testosterone is increasing in many senses; however there is still much controversy regarding its physiology and clinical use. This book addresses these topics, providing a broad overview about testosterone, from its basic features to the mos
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Testosterone
Alexandre Hohl Editor
Testosterone From Basic to Clinical Aspects
Editor Alexandre Hohl Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (SBEM) Humaitá, RJ, Brazil Division of Centro de Neurociências Aplicadas (CeNAp) University Hospital (HU-UFSC), Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) Florianópolis, SC, Brazil Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital (HU-UFSC) Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
ISBN 978-3-319-46084-0 ISBN 978-3-319-46086-4 (eBook) DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-46086-4 Library of Congress Control Number: 2017936755 © Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2017 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer International Publishing AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
To my family: my parents (Rainoldo and Selma), my sisters (Luciana and Simone), my nephew (Nicholas) and nieces (Luana, Bárbara, and Mariana), and my partner (João). To Brazilian endocrinologists, who even with so many adversities, practice medicine in a meaningful and special manner; as an example of integrity and commitment, Dr. Marisa H. C. Coral and Dr. Ricardo M. R. Meirelles. To my colleagues who collaborated on this and all books that provide quality scientific knowledge. To patients who inspire us to seek the path of healing and relief of suffering. And to all those who have always believed and supported my work.
Preface
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