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. 2013 Jul;28(4):292-3.
doi: 10.5001/omj.2013.81.

Pelvic nodules in a gynecologic patient

Maryam Al-Shukri  1 , Wadha Al-Ghafri, V Gowri
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Pelvic nodules in a gynecologic patient

Maryam Al-Shukri et al. Oman Med J. 2013 Jul.
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Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1
A laparoscopic picture: Distinctive nodules on the uterus.
Figure 2
Figure 2
A laparoscopic picture: A close-up look at the nodules on the left side of uterus and broad ligament.
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