Structural and Functional Regression of Polycystic Ovaries by Danazol

Shailaja G. Raj; Madhwa H.G. Raj; Luther M. Talbert; Ruth Dy

doi:10.1016/s0015-0282(16)45743-2

Structural and Functional Regression of Polycystic Ovaries by Danazol

Shailaja G. Raj, Madhwa H.G. Raj, Luther M. Talbert, Ruth Dy

In: Fertility and Sterility · 1981 · vol. 36(3) , pp. 392–395 · doi:10.1016/s0015-0282(16)45743-2 · PMID:7197232 · W86841406

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This study investigated the effects of danazol on polycystic ovaries, observing structural and functional regression.

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The effects of danazol on ovarian steroidogenesis and follicular size was studied in androgen-sterilized rats bearing polycystic ovaries. Daily treatment with 4 or 20 mg of the drug caused a reduction in ovarian weight and regression of cystic follicles. Serum levels of luteinizing hormone (LH), testosterone, and estrogen were significantly decreased. The persistent estrus smears were changed to diestrus, indicating inhibition of estrogenic activity.

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[1] Danazol Inhibits Steroidogenesis 1977

[2] Pituitary and Testicular Function Studies. I. Experience with a New Gonadal Inhibitor, 17α-Pregn-4-en-20-yno-(2,3-d) isoxazol-17-ol (Danazol)<sup>1</sup> 1971

[3] Danazol Inhibits Steroidogenesis in the Rat Testis<i>in Vitro</i> 1977

[4] Danazol Suppresses Luteal Function in Vitro and in Vivo 1980