Gastrointestinal complications of cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a multisystem disorder, and gastrointestinal disease contributes significantly to its morbidity. This review outlines the major gastrointestinal manifestations of CF, and highlights areas of common misunderstanding. Areas particularly important to practice, such as impact upon malabsorption, bowel obstruction and gastro-oesophageal reflux are considered in detail.
Source: Paediatrics and Child Health - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Symposium: gastroenterology Source Type: research