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Digestive system involvement in cystic fibrosis
I Modolell1, L Guarner, J R Malagelada
1Digestive System Research Unit, Hospital Vall d'Hebrón, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Paseo Vall d'Hebrón 119-129, E-08035 Barcelona, Spain.
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Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease increasingly affecting adults. This review focuses on digestive system issues in adults with CF, including the GI tract, liver, and pancreas.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Hereditary Diseases
- Adult Medicine
Background:
- Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder.
- Historically a pediatric disease, CF prevalence in adults has risen significantly.
- CF affects multiple organs, presenting diverse clinical symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the digestive system manifestations of cystic fibrosis.
- Emphasis on gastrointestinal, liver, biliary, and pancreatic involvement in adults.
- Provide an updated overview for adult healthcare providers.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on cystic fibrosis and digestive manifestations.
- Focus on research published in recent years.
- Synthesis of findings related to adult patient populations.
Main Results:
- Digestive system complications are common in adult CF patients.
- Key areas include pancreatic insufficiency, liver disease, and gastrointestinal dysmotility.
- Early recognition and management are crucial for patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Digestive manifestations are a critical aspect of adult cystic fibrosis care.
- Comprehensive understanding is needed for effective clinical management.
- Further research should address long-term digestive health in aging CF population.
Abstract:
Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disease well known to paediatricians. Over recent years, its prevalence among the adult population has dramatically increased; thus becoming a disease increasingly seen in adult practice. Cystic fibrosis is a multi-organ disease, with a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations involving many organs. The aim of this article is to review the digestive system manifestations of this disease: the involvement of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, biliary system and pancreas, with a special emphasis on the adult population.