Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology
Volume 41, Issue 1 , Pages 1-10 , January 2012

Gestatational Trophoblastic Disease: Multimodality Imaging Assessment With Special Emphasis on Spectrum of Abnormalities and Value of Imaging in Staging and Management of Disease

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Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology
Volume 41, Issue 1 , Pages 1-10 , January 2012

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