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Glucagon — Its application to childhood gastrointestinal radiology

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Glucagon, a naturally occurring pancreatic polypeptide, can be used safely and effectively in the pediatric population in relaxing the smooth muscle for detailed visualization of specific areas of the gastrointestinal tract. Glucagon has diverse diagnostic and therapeutic radiologic applications in children.

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  1. Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital, 230 North Broad Street, 19102, Philadelphia, PA, USA

    G. A. Mandell M.D. & S. K. Teplick

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Mandell, G.A., Teplick, S.K. Glucagon — Its application to childhood gastrointestinal radiology. Gastrointest Radiol 7, 7–13 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01887598

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