Uterine Fibroids — Tailored Radiofrequency Ablation of Uterine Myomas
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A Prospective Study on Radiofrequency Ablation of Uterine Fibroids (Myolysis) Under Ultrasound and Endoscopic Guidance, in Single or Combined Approach
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