A Case for Large-Core Biopsy Procedures in the Diagnosis of Breast Cancer

Howard Kessler, MD;Robin L. Smith, MD, MBA;

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September 1, 1998

The American Journal of Managed Care

September 1998

Volume4

Issue 9

A Case for Large-Core Biopsy Procedures in the Diagnosis of Breast Cancer

Author(s):

Howard Kessler, MD,Robin L. Smith, MD, MBA

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