Hormone Replacement Therapy and Neurological Function

In recent years there has been increased interest in the possibility that hormone replacement therapy may have a significant impact on neurological function in the aging female. It has been hypothesized that estrogens may even have a protective role in the onset of Alzheimer's or other dementias. This volume draws together leading experts to review the existing scientific data and present a consensus view that will be a practical aid to clinicians. The book offers a state-of-the-art summary of current knowledge that gives readers a better understanding of the potential benefits of hormone ther.