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PCOS

Impact of adrenal versus ovarian androgen ratio on signs and symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome

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Pages 611-614 | Received 25 Aug 2011, Accepted 14 Dec 2011, Published online: 01 Feb 2012

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