Advances in Cystic Fibrosis

Courtney Utley; Kristen L. McHenry

Advances in Cystic Fibrosis

East Tennessee State University

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Abstract

The purpose of this review was to identify the history of and advances in cystic fibrosis (CF). New treatment plans, medication developments, and a historical perspective of airway clearance therapy (ACT) will be presented. The importance of treatment compliance and time management in the care of cystic fibrosis patients will also be discussed. Furthermore, the development of cystic fibrosis clinics and the pivotal role they play in the treatment of the disease will be addressed. Lastly, a brief discussion concerning the need for and process of lung transplantation will be reported.

Original language	American English
Journal	EC Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine
Volume	2
Issue number	6
State	Published - 13 Dec 2016
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

airway clearance therapy
cystic fibrosis
lung transplant
treatment compliance

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Advances in Cystic Fibrosis

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