The Effects of an Increase in Endogenous Oestrogen on the Haemostatic Mechanism

Summary

The effects on the haemostatic mechanism of rises in circulating human oestrogen in a group of women being treated for infertility with pituitary hormones were studied. Despite large but brief rises in oestrogen levels no changes were found.

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