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. 2023 Jun;22(2):371-372.
doi: 10.1007/s12663-023-01851-5. Epub 2023 Jan 12.

Safety Considerations of Fentanyl Transdermal Patches Used for Third Molar Surgery Pain Relief

Sunnypriyatham Tirupathi  1 , Lamea Afnan  2
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Safety Considerations of Fentanyl Transdermal Patches Used for Third Molar Surgery Pain Relief

Sunnypriyatham Tirupathi et al. J Maxillofac Oral Surg. 2023 Jun.
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