Diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis: an historical review

@article{Poser2004DiagnosticCF,
  title={Diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis: an historical review},
  author={Charles M. Poser and Vesna V. Brinar},
  journal={Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery},
  year={2004},
  volume={106},
  pages={147-158}
}
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