How accurate is the D-dimer assay in diagnosing pulmonary embolism?
Damek, H.A.; Lindbloom, E.J.
Journal of Family Practice 51(11): 919
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 0094-3509 PMID: 12485540 Document Number: 546811
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