Management of Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a chronic, progressive disease that primarily affects the respiratory and digestive systems. It is caused by a gene mutation leading to dysfunction of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. While there is no cure for CF, the goals of treatment are...

• Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a life-limiting, autosomal recessive disease impacting multiple systems, notably the lungs and gastrointestinal tract. It's more prevalent in Western populations, less common in India and Africa. The disease stems from a mutation in the CFTR gene, which affects chloride and water transport across cell membranes.