Current evidence supporting "letrozole" for ovulation induction
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P-62: Extended Letrozole Therapy for Ovulation Induction in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder in young women which has different clinical consequences. This study was conducted to evaluate the outcome of long or extended letrozole therapy for induction of ovulation in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Materials and Methods: This prospective controlled study was conducted in a university hospital on...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences
سال: 2013
ISSN: 0974-1208
DOI: 10.4103/0974-1208.117166