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ea0016p508 | Obesity | ECE2008

NCEP-ATP-III defined metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes mellitus and prevalence of hypogonadism in male patients with sexual dysfunction

Corona Giovanni , Mannucci Edoardo , Petrone Luisa , Balercia Giancarlo , Paggi Federica , Fisher Alessandra , Lotti Francesco , Chiarini Valerio , Forti Gianni , Maggi Mario

Objectives: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and metabolic syndrome (MetS) are characterized by insulin resistance and often associated with male hypogonadism. To discriminate the specific contribution of T2DM and MetS to male hypogonadism.Design and methods: A consecutive series of 1134 (mean age 52.1±13 years) male patients with sexual dysfunction was studied. Several hormonal and biochemical parameters were studied along with ANDROTEST, a 12-item ...