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Original Article

Modelling the cost-utility of bio‑electric stimulation therapy compared to standard care in the treatment of elderly patients with chronic non-healing wounds in the UK

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Pages 871-883 | Accepted 22 Jan 2007, Published online: 16 Mar 2007

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