Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 19, Issue 4 , Pages 257-265 , August 2006

Healthcare for Adolescents with Turner Syndrome

  • Shahryar K. Kavoussi, MD, MPH
    • ,
  • Gregory M. Christman, MD
    • ,
  • Yolanda R. Smith, MD, MS

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Yolanda R. Smith, MD, MS, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan Health Systems, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, Room L4224, Women's Hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-0276

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Volume 19, Issue 4 , Pages 257-265 , August 2006

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