European Journal of Cancer
Volume 39, Issue 17 , Pages 2419-2421 , November 2003

Neoadjuvant chemotherapy for locally advanced cervical cancer

Received 26 June 2003 ,Accepted 26 June 2003.

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European Journal of Cancer
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