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Congenital anomalies of the male urethra

Authors: Terry L. Levin, Bokyung Han, Brent P. Little

Published in: Pediatric Radiology | Issue 9/2007

Abstract

The spectrum of congenital anomalies of the male urethra is presented. The embryologic basis of each anomaly, when known, is discussed. Clinical and imaging features of each entity are presented.

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Title: Congenital anomalies of the male urethra
Authors: Terry L. Levin
Bokyung Han
Brent P. Little
Publication date: 01-09-2007
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Pediatric Radiology / Issue 9/2007
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-007-0495-0

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