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4 citations,
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April 2020 in “Clinical endocrinology and metabolism journal” Imaging helps detect adrenal gland issues and monitor treatment in congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and can identify tumors affecting fertility.
2 citations,
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2 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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