Hormonal Pathology of the Uterus

Hormonal influences, both natural and iatrogenic, are implicated in the most frequent health issues of women, such as endometrial cancer and breast cancer treated with hormone therapy. This book addresses a range of womens health issues and their relationship with hormonal effects, including clinical and pathological descriptions, theoretical and practical medical issues, and original studies and cases. It is useful for specialized and general physicians, oncologists, endocrinologists, researchers, medical students, and others in the field of womens health.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 185 pages
Publication date: 14 May 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Women's health is significantly impacted by hormonal influences, both natural and iatrogenic. One of the most prevalent health concerns among women is endometrial cancer, which has become the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States and the industrialized world. This cancer is strongly linked to hormonal and metabolic factors. Additionally, breast cancer treated with hormone therapy (Tamoxifen) may, in some cases, be associated with uterine pathology. Hormone therapy is employed to enhance physiological effects and counteract abnormal and harmful effects of "natural" hormonal activity. Millions of women undergo hormone therapy at some point in their lives, including the use of oral contraceptives, reproductive technology, treatment for post-menopausal symptoms, and other applications.

This comprehensive book explores a wide range of women's health issues, encompassing fertility to neoplasms, and their intricate relationship with natural and iatrogenic hormonal effects. The chapters in this book provide detailed clinical and pathological descriptions, as well as theoretical and practical medical considerations. Original studies and cases are also included to enhance the reader's understanding of these topics.

Controversial issues surrounding certain hormone therapies are presented with updated concepts based on clinical studies and novel statistical methods. This book is intended for specialized and general physicians, oncologists, endocrinologists, researchers, medical students, and individuals interested in women's health. By delving into the complexities of hormonal influences on women's health, this book aims to provide valuable insights and contribute to the advancement of this field.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030384760
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020