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Topical imiquimod treatment of superficial and nodular basal cell carcinomas in patients affected by basal cell nevus syndrome: a preliminary report

G Micali Dermatology Clinic, University of Catania, Italy
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R De Pasquale Dermatology Clinic, University of Catania, Italy
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R Caltabiano Dermatology Clinic, University of Catania, Italy
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R Impallomeni Dermatology Clinic, University of Catania, Italy
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F Lacarrubba Dermatology Clinic, University of Catania, Italy
Pages 123-127 | Published online: 12 Jul 2009

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