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Rozhivanov R.V.

Endocrinology Research Centre

Chernova M.O.

Endocrinology Research Centre

Rozhivanova E.R.

Endocrinology Research Centre

Yesaulenko D.I.

Voronezh State Medical University

Treatment of oxidative stress and male reproductive rehabilitation

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Rozhivanov R.V., Chernova M.O., Rozhivanova E.R., Yesaulenko D.I.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Human Reproduction. 2023;29(6): 106‑115

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To cite this article:

Rozhivanov RV, Chernova MO, Rozhivanova ER, Yesaulenko DI. Treatment of oxidative stress and male reproductive rehabilitation. Russian Journal of Human Reproduction. 2023;29(6):106‑115. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/repro202329061106

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