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Thromb Haemost 2002; 88(03): 389-401
DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1613228
DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1613228
Review Article
Platelet and Coagulation Defects Associated with HIV-1-Infection
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Received
02 May 2002
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17 June 2002
Publication Date:
08 December 2017 (online)
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