American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 201, Issue 3 , Pages 230-240 , September 2009

The management of preterm premature rupture of the membranes near the limit of fetal viability

Received 20 March 2009 ,Revised 1 May 2009 ,Accepted 23 June 2009.

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doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2009.06.049

American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 201, Issue 3 , Pages 230-240 , September 2009

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