Safety issues in combined gynecologic and plastic surgical procedures.

Z B Kryger; G A Dumanian; M A Howard

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Safety issues in combined gynecologic and plastic surgical procedures.

August 15, 2007

Kryger ZB, Dumanian GA, Howard MA. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2007;99(3):257-63.

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This article reviews the unique risks when combining gynecologic and plastic surgery and offers strategies to optimize safety for these patients.

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