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Needle biopsy of the liver in pediatric practice

An experience with 256 biopsies

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The value of needle biopsy as a diagnostic tool is discussed in relation to 256 children suffering from various disorders. Histopathological changes in cirrhosis, anemia and malnutrition are discussed in detail.

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  1. S. Gupta (Professor of Pediatrics)

    Present address: Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi-1

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  1. Pondicherry

    S. Gupta (Professor of Pediatrics), R. K. Puri & M. Balasubrahmanyam

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From the Department of Pediatrics and Pathology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry-6.

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Gupta, S., Puri, R.K. & Balasubrahmanyam, M. Needle biopsy of the liver in pediatric practice. Indian J Pediatr 37, 565–568 (1970). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02803830

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