The Effects of Quercetin on the Expression of Collagen I, Collagen III and Elastin in Vaginal: An Experimental Animal Study

• Main Authors: Tri Hastono Setyo Hadi (Author), Gatut Hardianto (Author), Eighty Mardiyan Kurniawati (Author), Harry Parathon (Author), Ira Sari Yudaniayanti (Author), Budi Utomo (Author), Budi Iman Santoso (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: IMR Press, 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Vulvovaginal atrophy is part of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause caused by hypoestrogenic changes. This pathophysiological mechanism alters the concentration of collagen and elastin, which modifies the vaginal mucosa and impairs the function of the pelvic floor muscles. Quercetin...