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Ivabradine Versus Beta-blockers in Mitral Stenosis in Sinus Rhythm: An Updated Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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Lauro L. Abrahan IV, MD; John Daniel A. Ramos, MD; Ellen L. Cunanan, MD; Marc Denver A. Tiongson, MD; Felix Eduardo R. Punzalan, MD

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