Chronic fatigue syndrome in the UK armed forces.
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چکیده
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition that can have a significant impact on the lives of patients and those who care for them. In the UK Armed Forces this condition can also have a marked impact on a patient's career and their ability to function in the deployed environment. In this article the recognition and management of CFS will be discussed, as well as the occupational considerations within the UK Armed Forces.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of the Royal Naval Medical Service
دوره 99 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013