Imaging of uterine leiomyomas.
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چکیده
Advances in the medical and surgical treatment of uterine leiomyomas have stimulated interest in the imaging of these common tumors. The purpose of this essay is to illustrate the appearance of leiomyomas on images obtained with various techniques. The advantages of each technique in particular clinical circumstances are discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- AJR. American journal of roentgenology
دوره 158 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1992