Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Volume 8, Issue 4 , Pages 188-193 , October 2006

Reader Extender of Capsule Endoscopy

  • Carolyn Davison, MSc, RGN

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress reprint requests to Carolyn Davison, MSc, RGN, South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust, GI Services, Harton Lane, South Shields, Tyne & Wear. NE34 OPL, England.

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doi: 10.1016/j.tgie.2006.11.008

Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Volume 8, Issue 4 , Pages 188-193 , October 2006

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