Restless legs syndrome: a unique case and essentials of diagnosis and treatment.

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Published in Medscape J Med on December 31, 2008

Authors

Pinky Agarwal1, Alida Griffith

Author Affiliations

1: Booth Gardner Parkinson's Care Center, Kirkland, Washington, USA. PAgarwal@evergreenhealthcare.org

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