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Clinical Outcomes and Resource Utilization Associated With Laparoscopic and Open Colectomy Using a L
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Title Clinical Outcomes and Resource Utilization Associated With Laparoscopic and Open Colectomy Using a L
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/577441?src=rss
Description Laparoscopy is emerging as the preferred approach for colectomy. Does its benefit outweigh its cost?
Annals of Surgery
Category Articles > Gastroenterology
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Date Aug 5, 2008
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