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Association of testosterone-induced increase in neutrophil and monocyte counts with thromboembolic events: The TRAVERSE trial.

American heart journal·October 1, 2025·PMID 40246046

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This analysis identifies a potential mechanism linking testosterone therapy to thromboembolic risk through leukocyte changes, offering a biomarker for risk stratification in a population where TRT use is common but cardiovascular safety remains debated.

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