The Journal of Urology
Volume 183, Issue 3 , Pages 852-853 , March 2010

Prostate Biopsy: A Risk-Benefit Analysis

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doi: 10.1016/j.juro.2009.12.063

The Journal of Urology
Volume 183, Issue 3 , Pages 852-853 , March 2010

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