The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 156, Issue 2 , Pages 180-184 , February 2010

Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State: An Emerging Pediatric Problem

  • Arlan L. Rosenbloom, MD

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    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Dr Arlan L. Rosenbloom, Children's Medical Services Center, 1701 SW 16th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608.

Received 29 July 2009 ,Revised 12 October 2009 ,Accepted 19 November 2009.

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 The author declares no conflicts of interest.

PII: S0022-3476(09)01192-5

doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2009.11.057

The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 156, Issue 2 , Pages 180-184 , February 2010

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