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References

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8. Lee DY, Choi BH, Park JH, Zhu SJ, Kim BY, Huh JY, Lee SH, Jung JH, Kim SH. Nerve regeneration with the use of a poly(L-lactide-co-glycolic acid)-coated collagen tube filled with collagen gel. Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery. 2006; 34: 50-56.
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