Russell's diencephalic syndrome of early childhood.
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چکیده
A case of Russell's diencephalic syndrome of early childhood is presented and the world literature reviewed. Assays of serum growth hormone (HGH) and fat mobilizing substance (FMS) were performed and gave very abnormal results. The role of these two substances is discussed and their value in the diagnosis of this syndrome is emphasized.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
دوره 35 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1972