Operative Techniques in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery: A Comparative Atlas
Volume 13, Issue 2 , Pages 138-146 , Summer 2008

Esophageal Diversion

  • Daniel P. Raymond, MD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress reprint requests to Daniel P. Raymond, MD, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box SURG, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY 14642
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  • Thomas J. Watson, MD

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doi: 10.1053/j.optechstcvs.2008.05.001

Operative Techniques in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery: A Comparative Atlas
Volume 13, Issue 2 , Pages 138-146 , Summer 2008

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