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A simple questionnaire for the detection of testosterone deficiency in men with late-onset hypogonadism

Authors :
Yuko, Akehi
Makito, Tanabe
Hiromi, Yano
Yuichi, Takashi
Daiji, Kawanami
Takashi, Nomiyama
Toshihiko, Yanase
Source :
Endocrine Journal. 69:1303-1312
Publication Year :
2022
Publisher :
Japan Endocrine Society, 2022.

Abstract

The Aging Males' Symptoms (AMS) score, developed to screen for late-onset hypogonadism (LOH), contains 17 questions regarding mental, physical, and sexual parameters. In the Japanese guidelines, a free testosterone (FT)8.5 pg/mL is recommended for testosterone treatment. However, previous studies have shown no correlation between total AMS scores and testosterone concentration. We aimed to develop a better questionnaire for the detection of testosterone deficiency in men, for the diagnosis of LOH. In 234 Japanese men, aged 40-64 years, we analyzed the relationships of AMS with serum total testosterone (TT), FT, calculated FT (cFT), and calculated bioavailable testosterone (cBT), and identified useful questions for the detection of testosterone deficiency. Four scores, a decrease in muscular strength, a decrease in ability to perform sexually or the frequency, a decrease in the number of morning erections, and a decrease in sexual desire/libido, were negatively associated with two or more of the above four testosterone parameters, and the sum of these four scores (named the selective score) correlated with TT and cFT, independent of age. Statistical analysis revealed an association between insulin resistance and testosterone deficiency, and a higher selective score in smokers than non-smokers. Cubic function model analysis and logistic regression analysis revealed that selective scores ≥10 corresponded with the testosterone concentrations recommended for the diagnosis of LOH, including FT8.5 pg/mL, independent of age, insulin resistance, and smoking. Thus, the selective score represents a simple and useful means for screening of testosterone deficiency in Japanese men, as an indicator of LOH.

Details

ISSN :
13484540 and 09188959
Volume :
69
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Endocrine Journal
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....a4f910f0c9b325368904d285c20a2737
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1507/endocrj.ej22-0073