The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 152, Issue 5 , Pages 604-606 , May 2008

PHIShing for Clarity in the Management of Apparent Life-Threatening Events

  • Jack M. Percelay, MD, MPH

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Jack M. Percelay, MD, MPH, E.L.M.O. Pediatrics, Pediatric Board Member, Society of Hospital Medicine, 1735 York Ave, Apt 23B, New York, NY 10128.

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PII: S0022-3476(08)00071-1

doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2008.01.030

The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 152, Issue 5 , Pages 604-606 , May 2008

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