Unusual cause of common bile duct dilatation in asymptomatic elderly patient: right hepatic artery syndrome
Journal Title: Annals of Hepatology - Year 2012, Vol 11, Issue 1
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Authors and Affiliations
Adnan Tas, Seyfettin Koklu
Adnan Tas, Seyfettin Koklu
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