Hormonal predictors of cardiovascular outcomes and mortality in ageing men: the role of androgens and the IGF system. [ 2008 - 2008 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Bu Yeap (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Stephen Chubb ,  Prof Ken Ho ,  Prof Leon Flicker

Brief description As men age levels of testosterone and growth hormone fall while ill health increases. We do not know if low hormone levels directly cause heart disease. We will measure testosterone and IGF1, which reflects growth hormone, in 4,200 older men, and relate hormone levels to the future risk of ill health especially heart disease, stroke and large artery blockages. This will clarify whether low hormone levels increase risk of ill health, and the value of studies to test hormone therapy in older men.

Funding Amount $AUD 125,035.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant