VanHelder W P, Kofman E, Tremblay M S
School of Physical and Health Education, University of Toronto, Ontario.
Can J Sport Sci. 1991 Dec;16(4):248-57.
The use of androgenic-anabolic steroids (AAS) for enhancing athletic performance and body image is widespread. An increasing number of elite and recreational athletes of varying ages and athletic pursuits are using AAS. Sophisticated patterns of AAS use are supported by unethical and illegal distribution channels. Various testosterone-derived preparations attempt to manipulate pharmacological characteristics in an effort to maximize anabolic potential while minimizing androgenic effects. Although anecdotal and theoretical information suggests that AAS have positive ergogenic properties, the experimental evidence is equivocal. In addition to the ethical and legal implications of using AAS, there are diverse, though often reversible, medical and behaviour ramifications. In an effort to control and discourage AAS use, relevant sport governing bodies have implemented various testing and educational programs with undetermined success.
使用雄激素类合成代谢类固醇（AAS）来提高运动成绩和塑造体型的现象十分普遍。越来越多不同年龄和从事不同体育项目的精英运动员和业余运动员都在使用AAS。不道德和非法的分销渠道为复杂的AAS使用模式提供了支持。各种睾酮衍生制剂试图操控药理学特性，以最大限度地提高合成代谢潜力，同时将雄激素作用降至最低。尽管坊间传闻和理论信息表明AAS具有积极的促力特性，但实验证据并不明确。除了使用AAS所涉及的伦理和法律问题外，还存在各种不同的、但往往是可逆的医学和行为方面的后果。为了控制和劝阻AAS的使用，相关体育管理机构实施了各种检测和教育计划，但其成效尚不确定。
