European Journal of Radiology
Volume 47, Issue 2 , Pages 117-122 , August 2003

Functional imaging of the pelvic floor

Received 19 May 2003 ,Revised 20 May 2003 ,Accepted 21 May 2003.

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doi: 10.1016/S0720-048X(03)00164-5

European Journal of Radiology
Volume 47, Issue 2 , Pages 117-122 , August 2003

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