Laser surgery of the vulva.

Abstract:

:This article details the indicators, techniques, and anticipated success rates of laser surgery for vulvar condylomas and neoplasias. The role of adjuvant 5-fluorouracil and interferon is also discussed.

authors

Reid R

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

1991-09-01 00:00:00

pages

491-510

issue

3

eissn

0889-8545

issn

1558-0474

journal_volume

18

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