International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
Volume 59, Issue 2 , Pages 99-104 , 14 June 2001

Evolution of a universal infant hearing screening program in an inner city hospital

Received 28 November 2000 ,Revised 20 February 2001 ,Accepted 6 March 2001.

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International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
Volume 59, Issue 2 , Pages 99-104 , 14 June 2001

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