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Sarcoma botryoides of the vagina

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A case of sarcoma botryoides of uagina in a 2 yr old girl is reported. The relevant literature is briefly reviewed.

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  1. Departments of Surgery & Pediatrics, Kasturba Medical College & Hospital, 576119, Manipal

    P. L. N. G. Rao M.Ch. (Reader in Surgery & Pediatric Surgeon), G. Aithala M.D. & P. K. R. Warrier F.R.C.S.

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Rao, P.L.N.G., Aithala, G. & Warrier, P.K.R. Sarcoma botryoides of the vagina. Indian J Pediatr 50, 445–448 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02753388

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