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The management of diabetic gastroparesis remains less than optimal, despite the use of a multidisciplinary approach

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The management of diabetic gastroparesis remains less than optimal, despite the use of a multidisciplinary approach. Drugs Ther. Perspect 26, 12–15 (2010). https://doi.org/10.2165/11204220-000000000-00000

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