36 - The Mystery of Melanosis Coli

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36 - The Mystery of Melanosis Coli

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Oct 27, 2021

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The Curious Clinicians explore why chronic laxative use can cause melanosis coli. Check out the episode's show notes here. Click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.00 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (1.00 hours). Audio edited by Clair Morgan of nodderly.com

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Oct 27, 2021

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