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Savina V.A.

International center for reproductive medicine

Isakova E.V.

International center for reproductive medicine

Korsak V.S.

International center for reproductive medicine

The role of growth factors in the therapeutic effect of platelet-rich plasma on the endometrium (review)

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Savina V.A., Isakova E.V., Korsak V.S.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Human Reproduction. 2020;26(5): 91‑98

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To cite this article:

Savina VA, Isakova EV, Korsak VS. The role of growth factors in the therapeutic effect of platelet-rich plasma on the endometrium (review). Russian Journal of Human Reproduction. 2020;26(5):91‑98. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/repro20202605191

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