Brit J Hosp Med
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This review looks at new therapeutic developments for the increasingly recognized problem of sarcopenia. Increased adiposity and reduced lean body mass characterize ageing men. The potential therapeutic role of the growth hormone/insulin-like growth factor axis, androgen modulators and myostatin inhibition are discussed.
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Botulinum toxin is now a treatment for many conditions. It is undergoing increasing use in several different unlicensed urological clinical situations which are outlined in this article. The article discusses the available evidence relating to its use, effectiveness and safety.