Screening colonoscopy tests in acromegaly patients – authors’ observations

• Authors: Malicka Joanna , Kurowska Maria , Dudzińska Marta , Smoleń Agata , Oszywa-Chabros Anna , Tarach Jerzy
• Languages of publication: EN

Keywords

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acromegaly; colonoscopy; colon neoplasm.

• Publisher: Stowarzyszenie Przyjaciół Medycyny Rodzinnej i Lekarzy Rodzinnych
• Journal: Family Medicine & Primary Care Review
• Year: 2016
• Issue: 3
• Pages: 286-290

Contributors

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Malicka Joanna

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Kurowska Maria

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Dudzińska Marta

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Smoleń Agata

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Oszywa-Chabros Anna

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Tarach Jerzy

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