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Masterclasses
HOSPITAL AUTHORITY CONVENTION 2017
M8.3 Cosmetic Drug/Toxicology 16:15 Room 221
Drugs for Muscle: Trifle or Threat?
Wong R
Department of Medicine, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong
Many people use progressive resistance exercise to control and develop one’s musculature. However, some bodybuilders
take drugs to improve their physical performance and build up their bodies. These agents include anabolic steroids, growth
hormone, thyroxine, clenbuterol and insulin. They may cause a variety of adverse effects to the body. In this presentation, the
potential health risk of these agents and some local cases will be discussed.
Tuesday, 16 May
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