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[Prevention and complementary medicine in aging].

J E Altwein1, F U Keuler

  • 1Urologische Abteilung, Krankenhaus der Barmherzigen Brüder, Romanstrasse 93, 80639 München. Dr.Bartha@t-online.de

Der Urologe. Ausg. A
|September 7, 2002
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Caloric restriction and antioxidants combat aging and oxidative stress. Hormone replacement and exercise address male climacteric and sexual dysfunction, preventing cardiovascular disease.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology and preventative medicine.
  • Explores mechanisms of aging and anti-aging interventions.

Context:

  • Aging is associated with oxidative stress and hormonal changes.
  • Cardiovascular mortality and metabolic syndrome are key concerns in aging populations.

Purpose:

  • To review preventive and complementary measures against aging.
  • To outline treatments for age-related conditions in men.

Summary:

  • Caloric restriction (17% reduction) significantly lowers cardiovascular mortality (31-41%).
  • Antioxidants (Vitamins A, B, selenium) mitigate oxidative stress.
  • Hormone replacement therapy (testosterone) treats male climacteric, hypogonadism, and osteoporosis.
  • Physical activity improves muscle function and erectile dysfunction via penile hyperemia.

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  • Formula diets manage obesity with metabolic syndrome; urologists play a key role.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of lifestyle interventions like diet and exercise in healthy aging.
    • Provides a framework for managing age-related male health issues, including cardiovascular risk and hormonal decline.
    • Emphasizes the urologist's role in comprehensive care for the aging male.