Use of the Nd: YAG laser for the treatment of endometriosis

Gerald J. Shirk, G J Shirk
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology · 1989 · vol. 160(6) , pp. 1344–1351 · doi:10.1016/0002-9378(89)90854-5 · PMID:2525336 · W2071803352
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This paper describes the use of the Nd: YAG laser as a treatment modality for endometriosis.

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mesh:D004715endometriosis

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Endometriosis Genital Neoplasms, Female Laser Therapy Laser Therapy Adult Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Evaluation Studies as Topic Female Genital Neoplasms, Female Genital Neoplasms, Female Genital Neoplasms, Female Humans Infertility, Female Infertility, Female Laparoscopy Middle Aged Neoplasm Staging Postoperative Complications

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