Ileoanal anastomosis for ulcerative colitis

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Citations

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Author:	Monica Rhodes	Last Updated: November 3, 2008
Medical Review:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology
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