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Filter by:Undernutrition is a common problem in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) despite international consensus that the patients shall be given 120-200% of energy recommendations. Studies imply that one problem might be that the patients are not compensated for the essential fatty acid deficiency (linoleic acid, LA), which is well known in these patients. This deficiency is shown not to be due to fat malabsorption, but related to an increased turnover of arachidonic acid, a transformation product of LA. This abnormality is related to mutations associated with a more severe clinical phenotype. The most common and typical symptom of LA deficiency is poor growth. Studies in animals have further indicated that many of the symptoms in CF are related to the deficiency. A series of recent prospective studies from Wisconsin corroborate the importance of LA for growth. In Sweden LA has been supplemented to most patients since the late 70´, and the condition of patients have been among the leading in the world regarding growth, pulmonary function and survival. Short-term studies have shown better effect of LA supplementation compared to similar supply of energy without including extra LA. There are few long-term studies, performed before the gene was identified, giving very heterogeneous patient groups in regard to genotype, but with some positive results on growth and physiology. It´s of interest that modern personalized extremely expensive therapy with correctors and potentiators for Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator may influence lipid metabolism. LA might thus tentatively be a cheap adjuvant to this modern therapy, but this has to be specially studied. The aim of the study is to find if there are differences in clinical and metabolic outcome between two groups, blindly given similar amount of extra calories, in one group consisting of linoleic acid.The benefit for the patients would be great if the expected positive effect can be proved in the planned study. The treatment will be cheap and without adverse effects. From socioeconomic point of view is would be a great advantage.
The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of metformin to improve airway ion channel function in those with CF-related diabetes (CFRD)
The aim is to evaluate the impact of a 3-week lasting residential rehabilitation program for patients with cystic fibrosis on their nutritional status measured as BMI and body composition and pulmonary function.
This pilot study will evaluate the safety and tolerability of a low glycemic load dietary intervention in adult patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) in a rigorous feeding study. Specific emphasis will be placed on changes in weight, body composition, and glycemic measures obtained via continuous glucose monitor (CGM) usage.
This is a two-part, multi-center, prospective longitudinal, exploratory study of highly effective cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators and their impact on children with cystic fibrosis (CF).
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is autosomal recessive, genetic disorder cause of cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulatory (CFTR) gene mutation. CF often is observed in caucasian population. CFTR protein in cell apical membrane is canal responsible of transport sodium and clorid ions. Impaired sodium ion transport causes production viscous mucus. Disease include problems such as mucus, breathlessness and coughing. Blood glucose levels fluctuation are observed. This study aims comparison between lung function, functional capacity, muscle strength, physical activity, physical fitness and activities of daily living activities in cystic fibrosis with and without abnormal glucose tolerance
Cystic fibrosis (CF) patients are at risk for vitamin K deficiencies. Supplementation for fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and E is well established, but in CF, there is little data for vitamin K concerning the optimal dose and frequency of supplementation. Beyond its known role in coagulation, research has highlighted the role of vitamin K for bone health and the control of blood sugar levels. However, after pulmonary complications, the risk of diabetes and bone diseases are two important and frequent complications of CF. Patients with CF being at risk of vitamin K deficiencies, this vitamin could play a role in these complications.
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a disease without a primary cure that requires lifelong care and is characterized by pulmonary exacerbations (PEx). Wearable devices could provide a way for long-term monitoring of disease progression and early signs of PEx to intervene as early as possible, thereby improving long-term outcomes. This in-hospital feasibility study will assess the ability of Byteflies Sensor Dots to collect relevant cardiorespiratory data in people with CF and its compatibility with clinical workflows, 2) identify candidate digital biomarkers, and 3) collect user feedback from patients and healthcare providers.
This study is investigating the role of allergic (Th2) inflammation in patients with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and history of fungal infection and/or Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis. Little is known about fungal infection in CF and conflicting results exist on whether this results in worse lung function over time. There is concern that persistent fungal infection can result in worse clinical outcome measures in patients with CF. Also, it is unclear how ABPA develops, but may be related to the amount of fungus a patient with CF is infected with. This study looks at inflammatory patterns and allergic responses to fungal elements to help identify biomarkers and signs of allergic disease in fungally infected patients with CF.
This project consists of a psychological intervention in patients and their families with different chronic diseases in order to carry out a comparative study between medical pathologies to know which are the protective or risk variables for the adaptation to the disease.