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This book provides an evidence-based approach to the universal experience of menopause. Its structured format clearly separates the biological basis from the clinical impact and quality of life, while also examining menopause within the context of healthy aging. Accordingly, the book addresses issues related to innovations in menopausal hormone therapy and other therapies, together with relevant factors such as lifestyle, frailty, sarcopenia and new ICT technologies.
Written by respected experts in the field, the book offers valuable guidance for gynecologists and professionals dedicated to women's health care and quality of life during aging, while sharing insightful insights for non-professionals.
Pages i-xvi
Front Matter
Pages 1-1
Menopause, a Stage in the Life of Women
Pages 3-10
Menopause: The Concepts and the Biological Background
Pages 11-26
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency
Pages 27-71
Front Matter
Pages 73-73
Clinical Symptoms and Quality of Life: Vasomotor Symptoms and Mood
Pages 75-87
Clinical Symptoms and Quality of Life: Insomnia and Muscle/Joint Aches
Pages 89-103
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause. Vaginal Health and Microbiota
Pages 105-127
Pages 129-144
Front Matter
Pages 145-145
Pages 147-167
The Metabolic Syndrome During Female Midlife and Beyond
Pages 169-185
The Impact of Estrogen Decline on Other Noncommunicable Diseases
Pages 187-208
Front Matter
Pages 209-209
Hormone Therapy (I): Estrogens, Progestogens, and Androgens
Pages 211-229
Hormone Therapy (II): Tibolone and the TSEC Concept
Pages 231-247
The Effect of Menopause Hormone Therapy on Climacteric Symptoms
Pages 249-261
Pages 263-288
Nonhormonal Management of the Menopause
Pages 289-302
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Vasomotor Symptoms During Climacteric and Beyond
Pages 303-316
Pages 317-327
Nutritional Management of Menopausal Women
Pages 329-348
Front Matter
Pages 349-349
Frailty and Comorbidities: Frailty in Women
Pages 351-363
Muscle Strength, Dynapenia, and Sarcopenia During Female Midlife and Beyond
Pages 365-373
Empowerment of Women and Lifestyle: The Help of Digital Technologies
Pages 375-386
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