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Original Article

Localization of Site of Obstruction in Snorers and Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome: A Comparison of Fiberoptic Nasopharyngoscopy and Pressure Measurements

Pages 206-209 | Received 24 Jan 1992, Accepted 28 Sep 1992, Published online: 08 Jul 2009

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