摘要: The key defect in cystic fibrosis is loss of chloride conductance, but mutations of the cystic fibrosis gene product, the CFTR, have multiple effects on cell physiology; new results help to reconcile these facts.关键词: vasoactive intestinal peptide VIP, hybrid antagonist hybrid peptides ...
Targeting CFTR: How to treat cystic fibrosis by CFTR-repairing therapiesdoi:10.2174/138945011795378586Margarida Amaral
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that can cause damage to the lungs, digestive system, and other key organs of the body. In CF, the gene...Become a member and unlock all Study Answers Start today. Try it now Create an account Ask a question Our expert...
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The aims of this study were: (1) to examine parent coping strategies and associations with child and parent adjustment to cystic fibrosis; (2) to investigate the effects of vicarious hope and vicarious despair on coping, parent adjustment and child adjustment; and (3) to examine distinctions ...
Therefore, an understanding of the parents' responses to chronic illness in their child is vital. The case of cystic fibrosis (CF) in a child was chosen to demonstrate the impact of chronic illness on the family. Although sound medical treatment is necessary for management of this disease, ...
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In the Specialized Centre of Cystic Fibrosis (SCCF) of the Hospital Santa Maria (Lisbon), this transition happens over three appointments, where both paediatric and adult physicians are present. Since the implementation of this programme in 2000, 54 young adults have been transferred to adult care...
The safety and effectiveness of Pulmozyme along with standard therapies for cystic fibrosis have been established in pediatric patients. The use of Pulmozyme in pediatric patients at 5 to 17 years of age is supported by evidence from a randomized, controlled trial. The use of Pulmozyme in patients...