research Endocrinology & Metabolism News, August 2005
Finasteride causes temporary cell death in BPH tissues.
Search
for
Sort by
Research
450-480 / 1000+ results research Metabolite identification by mass spectrometry of the 5α-reductase inhibitor finasteride in vitro and in vivo
Finasteride's metabolites were identified, helping understand how the drug is processed in the body.
research Ausgeprägte Virilisierung in der Postmenopause - eine Falldarstellung
A postmenopausal woman had high testosterone from her right adrenal gland, leading to recommended surgery.
research Screening for 21-hydroxylase–deficient nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia among hyperandrogenic women: a prospective study
Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.
research Proteolysis‐targeting chimeras in cancer therapy: Targeted protein degradation for next‐generation treatment
PROTACs offer a new, precise way to treat cancer by breaking down harmful proteins.
research Safety aspects of androgen treatment with 5α-dihydrotestosterone
DHT is a strong androgen that may pose less risk to the prostate compared to testosterone.
research Steroid Sulfatase in the Human Hair Follicle Concentrates in the Dermal Papilla
Steroid sulfatase in hair follicles may be a target for treating hair loss.
research 409 ANDROGEN RECEPTOR GENE POLYMORPHISM (SNP RS6152) – ITS RELATIONSHIP TO ANDROGEN-SENSITIVE GENES EXPRESSION IN BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA, CARCINOMA OF THE PROSTATE AND ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Gene variation affects prostate issues and hair loss.
research 138 Characterization of xenobiotic metabolizing enzymes of a reconstructed human epidermal model from adult hair follicles
The reconstructed skin model from hair follicles functions like human skin in processing chemicals and can be used to test ingredient safety.
research Roles of steroid sulfatase in brain and other tissues
Steroid sulfatase is important for activating hormones that affect memory, brain function, and certain diseases, and could be a target for treating hormone-related disorders.
research Determination of some sex hormones in health supplements by liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry
The method detected sex hormones in some health supplements, with one containing banned testosterone.
research PR-independent neurosteroid regulation of α2-GABA-A receptors in the hippocampus subfields
Progesterone and its byproducts control a specific receptor in the brain independently of progesterone receptors, affecting conditions related to the menstrual cycle.
research Steroid Hormones
Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.
research Sequence of the intron/exon junctions of the coding region of the human androgen receptor gene and identification of a point mutation in a family with complete androgen insensitivity.
A point mutation in the androgen receptor gene causes complete androgen insensitivity.
research Clinical features of non‐classical 21‐hydroxylase deficiency after normal newborn mass screening
Non-classical 21-hydroxylase deficiency can be missed in newborn screenings and should be considered in cases of early puberty or virilization.
research Expression, characterization, and structural analysis of human liver delta4-3-ketosteroid 5beta-reductase (AKR1D1) and its disease-related mutant P133R
The P133R mutation in AKR1D1 enzyme causes harmful bile acid buildup, explaining related health issues.
research Abstract 5561: 20(S)-Protopanaxadiol-aglycone downregulates full-length and ligand-independent splice variants of androgen receptor
20(S)-Protopanaxadiol-aglycone may help prevent and treat prostate cancer by reducing androgen receptor activity.
research Genetic Analysis of Androgen Receptors in Development and Disease
The document concludes that the androgen receptor's structure and function are complex, affecting how it regulates genes and is involved in diseases like prostate cancer.
research Novel Synthetic Steroid Derivatives: Target Prediction and Biological Evaluation of Antiandrogenic Activity
New steroid compounds may help with hormonal therapy and have potential benefits for glucose disorders, but more research is needed.
research Bound on the Risk for M-SVMs
The enzyme system in hair follicles is similar to the liver's and is inhibited by certain substances.
research ChemInform Abstract: Rα‐Reductase Inhibitors‐ — The Finasteride Story
research Finasteride: A slow-binding 5.alpha.-reductase inhibitor
Finasteride slowly binds to 5-alpha-reductase, affecting enzyme stability and inhibitor potency.
research First case of V281+I172N/V281L CYP21A2 genotype associated with congenital adrenal hyperplasia form. A case report from South Italy
New genotype linked to non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia found in Italian siblings.
research Ruolo dei neurosteroidi nella modulazione dopaminergica
Neurosteroids help control dopamine responses in the brain.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.
research Inhibition of 5α-reductase alters pregnane metabolism in the late pregnant mare
Inhibiting 5α-reductase increases progesterone levels in late pregnant mares.
research The Utilization of Sex Hormone Antibodies for Screening and Separation of Trace Biological Mixtures
Sex hormone antibodies can help identify male and female contributors in forensic samples.
research Estrogen and androgen signaling in the pathogenesis of BPH
Hormonal interactions, especially involving DHT and estrogen, play a key role in BPH development and treatment.
research Vertebral epidermal transamidases
Transamidases are present in the epidermis but their exact role is unclear.
research Nipple Differentiation in Fetal Male Rats Treated with an Inhibitor of the Enzyme 5α-Reductase: Definition of a Selective Role for Dihydrotestosterone*
Blocking a specific enzyme in male rat fetuses leads to the development of nipples and feminized genitalia.