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A core outcome set for aphasia treatment research: Obstacles, risks, and benefits

William D. HulaGeriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA, USA;Department of Communication Science and Disorders, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Gerasimos FergadiotisDepartment of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Portland State University, Portland, OR, USA
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Patrick J. DoyleGeriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA, USA;Department of Communication Science and Disorders, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Pages 1396-1399 | Published online: 15 Jul 2014

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