Steroid-responsive encephalopathy associated with autoimmune thyroiditis presenting as major depression
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The AMJ is a peer-reviewed, triannual health journal published by Anuradhapura Clinical Society (ACS).The Journal strives to be forum for all professionals publish original research and review articles in their area of expertise. publishes clinical medicine, public promotion. Our priority given manuscripts on related issues which affects the communities living rural tropical communities. Established as 2006 publication parallel ACS annual scientific sessions, was relaunched proper 2013. Medical member COPE included DOAJ.
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Steroid responsive encephalopathy associated with autoimmune thyroiditis (SREAT) presenting as major depression
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Anuradhapura Medical Journal
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['2279-3771', '2345-9719']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4038/amj.v17i1.7743