In a recent talk, researchers showed the enhanced benefits of two next-generation CFTR correctors in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients with specific…
Articles by Patricia Inácio, PhD
A new database to improve the characterization of cystic fibrosis (CF) patients and more effectively identify variables that may impact patient…
Two talks, presented today at the 30th Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC), focused on the role of nutrition in children…
Kalydeco (ivacaftor), an approved therapy for cystic fibrosis (CF) patients with a specific mutation, improves insulin secretion in those with CF-related diabetes,…
In a talk presented today, Charles Esther Jr., MD, PhD, from UNC Chapel Hill, identified the loss of airway hydration as the first triggering…
Recommendations by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) on enternal tube feeding for patients were supported by Jillian Sullivan, MD, from the University…
In today’s symposium “Growing Older With CF” at the 30th Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) in…
In a recent symposium, scientists discussed the increased importance of physical therapy in addressing cystic fibrosis-associated muscle impairments and urinary incontinence.
In a recent presentation, researchers showed how Kalydeco (ivacaftor) is an effective therapy in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients with pancreatic insufficiency,…
Young adults with cystic fibrosis (CF) are particularly vulnerable to depression. As a consequence, these patients may have low rates…