The ovary doesn't retire after menopause
Contrary to popular belief, the postmenopausal ovary is not defunct. In a new, paradigm-shifting study in ovaries from 28 women, scientists at Northwestern University and the Buck Institute for Research on Aging found in the decades well past menopause, the ovary remains biologically active and continues to remodel with age, showing increased inflammation and changes in tissue structure. <br />
Summary
New research reveals that ovaries retain biological activity long after menopause, challenging the notion that they become inactive. The study highlights ongoing changes in tissue structure and inflammation, providing fresh insights into female reproductive health in later life.
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