The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 146, Issue 3, Supplement , Pages S21-S26 , March 2005

Helicobacter pylori infection: Detection, investigation, and management

  • Steven J. Czinn, MD, FAAP, FACG

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    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Dr Steven J. Czinn, Pediatrics and Pathology, Rainbow Babies' and Children' Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH 44106.

Received 4 October 2004 ,Revised 19 November 2004

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doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2004.11.037

The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 146, Issue 3, Supplement , Pages S21-S26 , March 2005

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