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CF
Cystic Fibrosis of Pancreas
Fibrocystic Disease of Pancreas
Mucoviscidosis
Inherited Disease
Autosomal Recessive Pattern
Mutations in the CFTR gene on chromosome 7
Newborn Screening
Blood Tests
Chest x-rays
Pulmonary Function Tests
Sweat (Chloride) Tests
Genetic Tests
Life Expectancy in Australia - 38yrs
Survival Rate for Children - 50%
Limitations based on treatment times.
Currently no cure for cystic fibrosis.
There is treatment that aims to slow progression and reduce side effects.
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