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Jiahong Wu1, Peng Wu1, Sicheng Wang1
1Scientific Research Center, The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, P.R. China.
Abstract:
The reproductive system is a vital component of the human body. In modern society, due to various socio-economic reasons, an increasing number of couples are choosing to postpone childbearing. Research into the impact of aging on the reproductive system is becoming increasingly important. As people age, there is a decline in the reproductive system across various levels, from the testes in males to spermatogonia cells, and from the ovaries in females to oocytes. The aging of the reproductive system not only affects the system itself but also has implications for other organs and systems in the body. Conversely, the aging of other organs and systems can also damage the reproductive system. This review organizes the changes that occur within the reproductive system as a result of aging and focuses on the interactions between the reproductive system and other systems. Additionally, this review summarizes current therapies aimed at delaying aging, which may provide insights for future interventions targeting the aging of the reproductive system and other systems.
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