Re: New manuscript: Characteristics of attempted self-poisoning in Sri Lanka: A systematic review. Previously submitted as MS: 9589933476848469. Intentional, non-fatal self- poisoning in Sri Lanka; a systematic review of prevalence and risk factors. Thank you for your comments and feedback
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Prevalence of Organophosphate Poisoning In Batticaloa, Sri Lanka
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تاریخ انتشار 2012