Doppler deterioration in intrauterine growth restriction: Unterscheider et al.
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چکیده
The article below summarizes a roundtable discussion of a study published in this issue of the Journal in light of its methodology, relevance to practice, and implications for future research. Article discussed: Unterscheider J, Daly S, Geary MP, et al. Predictable progressive Doppler deterioration in IUGR-does it really exist? Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013;209:539.e1-7.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- American journal of obstetrics and gynecology
دوره 209 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013