Do mammals have menopause?
basic_science · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.cell.2023.09.026.
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Abstract
Semantics and lack of data have clouded our understanding about menopause in non-human mammals. The traditional definition of menopause based on the last menstrual bleed is limited and hinders cross-species comparison. Here, we redefine it as the permanent cessation of ovulation and show menopause to be widespread across mammalian orders.
Medical subject headings
- Menopause
- Mammals