Is the endoscopic view too narrow?
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چکیده
Palliative laser therapy for gastrointestinal tumors is now well established. Its use however may be associated with complications not directly attributable to the laser therapy. These complications potentially decrease the quality of life which opposes the aim of treatment.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of medical ethics
دوره 18 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1992