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Hepatic Failure: Role for biochemists and nutrition experts

Rao Nanjunda, Mr Ananth (2002) Hepatic Failure: Role for biochemists and nutrition experts. [Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)]

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Abstract

Nutritional support to hepatic failure patients is challenging and requires experience, skill, careful planning and meticulous follow-up. It is indeed an attempt to replenish the lost power of one of the most vital organs we possess.

Item Type:Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)
Keywords:Hepatic failure, diet
Subjects:JOURNALS > Online Journal of Health and Allied Sciences
ID Code:3197
Deposited By: Kakkilaya Bevinje, Dr. Srinivas
Deposited On:17 Oct 2003
Last Modified:11 Mar 2011 08:55

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