Thromb Haemost 2005; 94(01): 230-231
DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1614316
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Rebuttal: Meta-analysis of the relationship of factor V Leiden and intrauterine growth restriction – based on solid evidence?

Pelle G. Lindqvist
1   Department of Clinical Medicine, Malmö University Hospital, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
,
Juan Merlo
1   Department of Clinical Medicine, Malmö University Hospital, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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Publication History

Received 21 January 2005

Accepted after revision 04 April 2005

Publication Date:
15 December 2017 (online)

 

 
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