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ea0090p448 | Reproductive and Developmental Endocrinology | ECE2023

Persistent effects of anabolic, androgenic steroids on muscle mass and strengths years after cessation?

Hoeg Brandt-Jacobsen Niels , Fredberg Jeppe , Rasmussen Jon , Bulut Yeliz , Kistorp Caroline

Objective: The use of anabolic, androgenic steroids (AAS) to increase muscle mass and strength has become widespread among younger men engaged in recreational strength training. Although, repercussions exist for elite athletes with a ban of two to four years, the long-term effects on muscle mass following cessation are currently unknown. The present study aims to investigate previous usersÂ’ ability to retain lean mass and strength after long-term AAS cessation.<p clas...