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A comparison of longitudinal and transverse approaches to ultrasound-guided axillary vein cannulation by experienced operators

New article on comparisons of longitudinal and transverse approaches to axillary vein cannulation under ultrasound from Journal of Thoracic Disease

A comparison of longitudinal and transverse approaches to ultrasound-guided axillary vein cannulation by experienced operators

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