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MHT in myocardial infarction and stroke survivors
30 years ago, it was believed that there is a clear cut protective effect of estrogen in women with coronary artery disease. This was based on studies that monitored the outcomes of postmenopausal hormone therapy (MHT) in women with various basal clinical scenarios, such as myocardial infarction, coronary angiography or coronary artery bypass. These studies were observational, and treatment usually comprised of conjugated equine estrogen alone or combined with medroxyprogesterone acetate. However, results of randomized, placebo-controlled trials (secondary prevention, but mainly primary prevention) pointed at neutrality or...
Source: Maturitas - May 14, 2019 Category: Primary Care Authors: Amos Pines Tags: INV25 Source Type: research