Liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma in Mexico: impact of chronic infection by hepatitis viruses B and C
Journal Title: Annals of Hepatology - Year 2011, Vol 10, Issue 4
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Authors and Affiliations
Kirvis Torres-Poveda, Ana Burguete-García, Vicente Madrid-Marina
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