Cystic Fibrosis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What are some clinical features in a newborn?
A
steattorrhea, failure to thrive, malabsorption
2
Q
What is the genetic cause
A
Deletion of F508
3
Q
what channel is involved
A
Cl
4
Q
what is the purpose of n-acetylcysteine
A
cuts up mucus so it can be coughed up easier
5
Q
Why is it advantageous in cholera
A
slows down ion and water loss