摘要 |
The invention relates to the use of a 7 alpha -methyl-17 alpha -ethynyl-estrane derivative having general formula (I) wherein R1 = H(OR3) or O; R2 = H or (C1-18)Acyl: R3 = H or (C1-18)Acyl; and the dotted line represents a double bond in the 4,5- or the 5,10-position for the manufacture of a medicament for the prophylaxis or the treatment of atherosclerosis. |