Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume 24, Issue 2 , Pages 102-114 , May 2008

Alterations of Sexual Function in Men With Cancer

  • Michael E. Galbraith

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Michael Galbraith, RN, PhD, School of Nursing, University of Colorado-Denver C288-18, Education 2 North, Room 4314, 13120 E. 19th Ave, PO Box 6511, Aurora, CO 80045
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  • Frances Crighton

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Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume 24, Issue 2 , Pages 102-114 , May 2008

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