Subcutaneous Pellet Delivery is a clinically precise method for administering bio-identical hormones, typically testosterone or estrogen, via the implantation of small, custom-compounded pellets into the subcutaneous fat layer. This method provides a steady, continuous, and physiologically consistent release of the hormone directly into the bloodstream over a period of several months. The primary advantage is the maintenance of stable serum hormone levels, avoiding the peaks and troughs associated with daily dosing.
Origin
The term combines the anatomical location “subcutaneous” (beneath the skin) with “pellet,” referring to the solid, compressed hormone implant, and “delivery,” the method of administration. This technology has been utilized in endocrinology for decades but has been refined with the advent of precision compounding for bio-identical hormones. It is rooted in the clinical necessity for long-acting, stable hormonal replacement.
Mechanism
The pellets are inserted under the skin, usually in the hip or buttocks area, in a minor clinical procedure. The hormone is released through dissolution and diffusion, a process that is dependent on the blood flow surrounding the pellet. This mechanism mimics the slow, continuous secretion of a healthy endocrine gland, ensuring that target cells are exposed to a consistent and appropriate concentration of the hormone, which optimizes receptor binding and cellular signaling.
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