The role of mycophenolate mofetil in the treatment of leprosy reactions.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- International journal of leprosy and other mycobacterial diseases : official organ of the International Leprosy Association
دوره 73 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005