Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis: Consensus Guidelines from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

M. Farrell, Philip; B. White, Terry; L. Ren, Clement; E. Hempstead, Sarah; J. Accurso, Frank; Derichs, Nico; S. Howenstine, Michelle; A. McColley, Susanna; J. Rock, Michael; Rosenfeld, Margaret; Sermet‐Gaudelus, Isabelle; W Southern, Kevin; C. Marshall, Bruce; R. Sosnay, Patrick

doi:10.1016/j.jpeds.2016.09.064

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Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis: Consensus Guidelines from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Published in The Journal of Pediatrics • Jan 24, 2017

Authors:

Philip M. Farrell

Terry B. White

Clement L. Ren

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Cystic fibrosis (CF), caused by mutations in the CF transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene, continues to present diagnostic challenges. Newborn screening and an evolving understanding of CF genetics have prompted a reconsideration of the diagnosis criteria. STUDY DESIGN: To impro...

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Medicine

Cystic fibrosis

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