Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 23, Issue 6 , Pages 336-340 , December 2010

Post Genital Mutilation Giant Clitoral Epidermoid Inclusion Cyst in Benin City, Nigeria

  • Osarumwense David Osifo, FWACS, FICS

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Osarumwense David Osifo, FWACS, FICS, Pediatric Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Nigeria

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PII: S1083-3188(10)00080-X

doi: 10.1016/j.jpag.2010.02.006

Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Volume 23, Issue 6 , Pages 336-340 , December 2010

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