Medicolegal Issues in Obstetric and Gynecologic Ultrasound
Frank A Chervenak, Judith L Chervenak
Keywords :
Professional liability,Malpractice,Medical negligence,Guidelines,Litigation
Citation Information :
Chervenak FA, Chervenak JL. Medicolegal Issues in Obstetric and Gynecologic Ultrasound. Donald School J Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol 2012; 6 (1):9-13.
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