Botulinum toxin for cerebral palsy; where are we now?
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چکیده
In this article, the evidence base for botulinum-A treatment acquired in recent years is outlined, and the practicalities involved in providing this service are described. Botulinum-A is relatively new, and possible improvements for the future are considered.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of disease in childhood
دوره 89 12 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004