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Semin intervent Radiol 2000; Volume 17(Number 03): 247-254
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9416
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9416
Fibroid Embolization: Periprocedural Care
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Publication History
Publication Date:
31 December 2000 (online)

ABSTRACT
This article outlines aspects of patient recruitment periprocedural and postprocedural care. Important aspects of business management, preprocedure evaluations, indications, and postprocedure management are discussed.
KEYWORD
Embolization - uterus - patient care
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