Research Offers More Evidence Of Association Between Lower Free Testosterone Levels And Higher Levels Of Frailty In Older Men.

reports that research “provides more evidence of a link between lower free testosterone levels and higher levels of frailty in older men.” However, “a researcher says proof of a causal connection remains elusive.” In an interview, lead author Agnieszka Swiecicka, MD, said, “Our study demonstrates clear associations between testosterone and frailty progression, and, although causality and directionality of the hormone/frailty relationships require clarification, the results presented here make a strong case for large interventional trials of testosterone therapy in frail men to determine whether such treatment would be beneficial.” The findings were published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. https://www.mdedge.com/clinicalendocrinologynews/article/159488/mens-health/free-testosterone-linked-frailty-older-men