Inappropriate Use of Pharmacy Bulk Packages of IV Contrast Media Increases the Risk of Infections
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Inappropriate Use of Pharmacy Bulk Packages of IV Contrast Media Increases the Risk of Infections
P T.
2015 May.
Abstract
Bulk packages of IV contrast media used inappropriately.
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