The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
Volume 16, Issue 2 , Pages 174-180 , March 2009

Extensive Excision of Deep Infiltrative Endometriosis before In Vitro Fertilization Significantly Improves Pregnancy Rates

Received 13 October 2008 ,Accepted 12 December 2008.

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 The authors have no commercial, proprietary, or financial interest in the products or companies described in this article.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jmig.2008.12.009

The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
Volume 16, Issue 2 , Pages 174-180 , March 2009

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