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Medicinal leech fixation in precarious locations

Research article published in Journal of reconstructive microsurgery (2008)

Last Updated: March 18, 2026Reviewed by: ASH Editorial Board
Research article — evidence reviewArticle reference
Clinical TrialsBank J et al. · Journal of reconstructive microsurgery, 2008

Summary

Medicinal leech fixation in precarious locations.

Why This Matters for Hirudotherapy

Contributes clinical evidence for the therapeutic application of leech therapy.

Citation

Medicinal leech fixation in precarious locations.

Bank J et al. · Journal of reconstructive microsurgery, 2008

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