Elderberry Leaves with Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties as a Valuable Plant Material for Wound Healing.
- Studzińska-Sroka E et al (2024).
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel).
- DOI:
- 10.3390/ph17050618
- PubMed:
- 38794188
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