Searchable abstracts of presentations at key conferences in endocrinology

ea0038p418 | Steroids | SFEBES2015

Lack of awareness contributes to delayed diagnosis and inappropriate management in men with low testosterone: findings from a UK study of men diagnosed with hypogonadism

Edwards David , Olding Laurence

Introduction: Hypogonadism is prevalent in older men and associated with various comorbidities. Despite this, it is underdiagnosed and undertreated.Aim: To identify factors associated with underdiagnosis and undertreatment of male hypogonadism.Methods: Quantitative, questionnaire-based, online survey conducted in the UK among men aged ≧40 years with hypogonadism confirmed by blood test (n=101, from N=3 871 ...

ea0044p86 | Clinical biochemistry | SFEBES2016

Improving the primary care management of erectile dysfunction and testosterone deficiency in men with or without Type 2 diabetes: findings from the REVITALISE audit

David Janine , Edwards David , Wright Patrick

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is associated with urological and endocrine complications, including erectile dysfunction (ED) and hypogonadism.Aim: REVITALISE was conducted to assess men with/without T2DM at risk of ED and/or hypogonadism, and highlight gaps in current clinical management.Methods: Data were collected from 13 UK primary care practices on incidence of ED, hypogonadism (defined as serum total testostero...