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Follicular synchronization using transdermal estradiol patch and GnRH antagonists in the luteal phase; does it increase oocyte yield in poor responders to gonadotropin stimulation for in vitro fertilization (IVF)? A comparative study with microdose flare-up protocol

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Pages 876-879 | Received 04 Aug 2010, Accepted 03 Mar 2011, Published online: 15 Apr 2011

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