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Sarcopenia and muscle function during menopause and hormone-replacement therapy.

I J Dionne1, K A Kinaman, E T Poehlman

  • 1Clinical Pharmacology and Metabolic Research Unit, College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington VT 05405, USA.

The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging
|August 11, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Menopause leads to estrogen loss, causing metabolic and cardiovascular issues. This transition may also cause muscle loss (sarcopenia) and reduced physical activity, with hormone replacement therapy as a potential solution.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Endocrinology
  • Metabolic Health
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Menopause is linked to adverse metabolic and cardiovascular changes due to estrogen loss.
  • The menopause transition is associated with altered body composition, including loss of fat-free mass and potential skeletal muscle decline.
  • This decline may contribute to reduced energy expenditure, muscle strength, and physical activity levels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the impact of menopause on body composition.
  • To emphasize menopause-associated sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss).
  • To explore hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as a potential intervention.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review article, synthesizing existing research.
  • Focuses on the physiological changes during menopause.

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  • Examines the relationship between hormonal changes and skeletal muscle mass.

    • Main Results:

    • Menopause transition is associated with decreased fat-free mass and potential skeletal muscle mass loss.
    • Mechanisms linking ovarian function changes to skeletal muscle mass are not fully understood.
    • Hormone replacement therapy is considered a possible intervention to mitigate these effects.

    Conclusions:

    • Menopause significantly impacts body composition, potentially leading to sarcopenia.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate the precise mechanisms involved.
    • Hormone replacement therapy warrants consideration for managing menopause-associated muscle loss and metabolic changes.