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Quantification of Reflux Velocity by Duplex Ultrasound in Superficial and Deep Venous Insufficiency and its Correlation in the Assessment of the Clinical Stage of Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Aliah Ibrahim, Simonette Ganzon
Jun 2020 DOI 10.69944/pjc.f5ff486144

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Aliah Ibrahim, MD, Simonette Ganzon, MD

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