The microscopic examination of Gram-stained sputum specimens is very helpful in the evaluation of patients with community-acquired pneumonia and has also been recommended for use in cystic fibrosis (C
1The ACFBAL sample has a higher frequency of F508del homozygotes than other samples (ANOVA p<0.001). 2The CFF sample has a lower proportion of Non-Hispanic Whites than other samples (ANOVA p = 0.002).
Abstract Objective We evaluated the association between vitamin D levels and nutritional status, pulmonary function and pulmonary exacerbations in children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis. Method
ABSTRACT We compared the respiratory muscle strength, quality of life and functional capacity in adolescents with cystic fibrosis with different bacteriological profiles. This is a cross-sectional st