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Although the subject has been studied for many years, the clinician's understanding
of the blood supply to the spinal cord is complicated by both confusing nomenclature
and conflicting data. This review attempts to clarify prevailing thoughts on the arterial
and venous structures in this clinically important area.
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Reprint requests: Bruce L. Gewertz, MD, Dallas B. Phemister Professor and Chairman, Department of Surgery, University of Chicago, 5841 S. Maryland Ave., MC 5029, Chicago, IL 60637.
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© 1994 Annals of Vascular Surgery, Inc. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
