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Topical alprostadil (PGE1) for the treatment of female sexual arousal disorder: In-clinic evaluation of safety and efficacy

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Pages 31-41 | Received 23 Feb 2005, Accepted 27 Jun 2005, Published online: 26 Aug 2009

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