Value of fecal calprotectin in the evaluation of patients with abdominal discomfort: an observational study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The evaluation of patients with abdominal discomfort is challenging and patient selection for endoscopy based on symptoms is not reliable. We evaluated the diagnostic value of fecal calprotectin in patients with abdominal discomfort....

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Main Authors: Manz Michael, Burri Emanuel, Rothen Claude, Tchanguizi Nuschin, Niederberger Christian, Rossi Livio, Beglinger Christoph, Lehmann Frank
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-01-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
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Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-230X/12/5