Organs Most Frequently Affected by Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis causes mucus to become thick and sticky, which can block the normal function of the organs. Most often, the lungs and pancreas are affected.
Current as of: May 27, 2020
Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope, MD, MPH - Pediatrics Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine R. Steven Tharratt, MD, FACP, FCCP - Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine
Medical Review:John Pope, MD, MPH - Pediatrics & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & R. Steven Tharratt, MD, FACP, FCCP - Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine
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