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Vitamin-B12 deficiency following therapy in gynecologic oncology

Journal Article · · Gynecol. Oncol.; (United States)

Vitamin-B12 deficiency results from inadequate absorption of the vitamin by the distal ileum and depletion of available stores. Both radiotherapy and intestinal resection can contribute to development of this condition. The significance of this problem in gynecologic oncology is discussed and two patients are described.

Research Organization:
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
OSTI ID:
7189736
Journal Information:
Gynecol. Oncol.; (United States), Journal Name: Gynecol. Oncol.; (United States) Vol. 17:3; ISSN GYNOA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English