Computer-assisted evaluation of perianal fistula activity by means of anal ultrasound in patients with Crohn's disease.

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Published in Am J Gastroenterol on July 01, 2006

Authors

Flavio Caprioli1, Alessandra Losco, Chiara Viganò, Dario Conte, Pietro Biondetti, Laura V Forzenigo, Guido Basilisco

Author Affiliations

1: Post-graduate School of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy (I), University of Milan, Milan, Italy.

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