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Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide for Keloid Treatment: A Systematic Review

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    B. Hochman, R. F. Locali, P. K. Matsuoka & L. M. Ferreira

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Hochman, B., Locali, R.F., Matsuoka, P.K. et al. Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide for Keloid Treatment: A Systematic Review. Aesth Plast Surg 32, 705–709 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-008-9152-8

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