Efficacy and safety of stellate ganglion block in chronic ulcerative colitis
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Sympathetic system modulation by stellate ganglion blockade may modulate immune dysfunction and significantly improve symptoms of chronic ulcerative colitis.
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Efficacy and safety of stellate ganglion block in chronic ulcerative colitis
Sympathetic system modulation by stellate ganglion blockade may modulate immune dysfunction and significantly improve symptoms of chronic ulcerative colitis.
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