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Merkel-cell carcinoma of the pinna

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

G. S. Hanna*
Affiliation:
Slough
M. H. Ali
Affiliation:
Slough
A. B. Akosa
Affiliation:
Slough
E. J. Maher
Affiliation:
Slough
*
G. S. Hanna, F.R.C.S., ENT Registrar, Wexham Park Hospital, Slough, SL2 4HL.

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Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1988

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