Aromatase and estrogen receptor immunoreactivity in the coronary arteries of monkeys and human subjects

Conclusion: The present results provide the first evidence for the local formation of estrogen in the coronary arteries. In addition to complementing the evidence of a cardioprotective effect of estrogen on the coronary circulation, our results highlight the potential importance of local regulation of estrogen formation and the role of available precursor androgens in maintaining the cardiovascular system.
Source: Menopause - Category: OBGYN Tags: Commemorative Papers Source Type: research