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ORIGINAL RESEARCH

Preconceived Impressions Regarding Holmium:YAG Laser Safety in the Urology Operating Theatre

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Pages 143-150 | Received 06 Feb 2024, Accepted 23 Mar 2024, Published online: 16 Jun 2024

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