Model simulation and experimental validation of intratumoral chemotherapy using multiple polymer implants.
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SUBMITTER: Weinberg BD
PROVIDER: S-EPMC5565878 | biostudies-other | 2008 Oct
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other
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