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Abscess Lung Specialist
Physicians from the following specialties evaluate and treat lung abscesses:
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Last Updated: May 27, 2008 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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PubMed Abscess Lung References
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