Heart disease, postmenopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

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Author: Robin Parks, MS Last Updated: May 16, 2008
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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