Vitamin D status correlates with the markers of cystic fibrosis-related pulmonary disease
The prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency remains high in cystic fibrosis despite daily supplementation. Vitamin D as an immunomodulator has been related to lower respiratory tract infections in children. The present study was undertaken to examine the association between vitamin D status and markers of cystic fibrosis-related pulmonary disease including exacerbations, bacterial colonization and pulmonary function.
Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Wasim Ahmad Wani, Mudasir Nazir, Javeed Iqbal Bhat, Ehsan-ul-haq Malik, Qazi Iqbal Ahmad, Bashir Ahmad Charoo, Syed Wajid Ali Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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