Techniques in Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Volume 9, Issue 3 , Pages 113-124 , September 2006

Pre- and Postoperative Clinical Care of Patients Undergoing Interventional Oncology Procedures: A Comprehensive Approach to Preventing and Mitigating Complications

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doi: 10.1053/j.tvir.2007.01.002

Techniques in Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Volume 9, Issue 3 , Pages 113-124 , September 2006