Diagnostic Laparoscopy for Pelvic Pain

Laparoscopy is now established as a useful, and sometimes essential, tool in the diagnosis and therapy of pelvic pain. The early use of laparoscopy for the evaluation of pelvic pain frequently leads to earlier diagnosis and definitive treatment using minimally invasive techniques. Access this chapter Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout Purchases are for personal use only Preview Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF. Similar content being viewed by others

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