Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 22, Issue 2 , Pages 129-138 , April 2007

Maternal Phenylketonuria Syndrome and Case Management Implications

  • Patricia J. Gambol, RN, MSN, APNG

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence and reprint requests to Patricia J. Gambol, RN, MSN, APNG, Saddleback Memorial Medical Center, 24401 Calle de la Louisa, Suite 200, Laguna, CA 92653.

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedn.2006.08.002

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 22, Issue 2 , Pages 129-138 , April 2007

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