Influence of Surface Properties on the Adhesion of <i>Staphylococcus epidermidis</i> to Acrylic and Silicone

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Figure 3: Influence of Surface Properties on the Adhesion of <i>Staphylococcus epidermidis</i> to Acrylic and Silicone 

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Influence of Surface Properties on the Adhesion of Staphylococcus epidermidis to Acrylic and Silicone

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