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A portrait shot of Beryl Benacerraf, who wears a black shirt and gold necklace and smiles into the camera, on a bluish gray background.
Obstetrics “Giant” Beryl Benacerraf Dies at 73
Benacerraf pioneered the use of ultrasound to diagnose fetal syndromes.
Obstetrics “Giant” Beryl Benacerraf Dies at 73
Obstetrics “Giant” Beryl Benacerraf Dies at 73

Benacerraf pioneered the use of ultrasound to diagnose fetal syndromes.

Benacerraf pioneered the use of ultrasound to diagnose fetal syndromes.

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