Diabetes mellitus in cystic fibrosis.
Glucose intolerance and diabetes are common complications of cystic fibrosis (CF), affecting up to 75% of the adult population. This article discusses the prevalence and pathophysiology of glucose tolerance abnormalities in CF, and reviews recent recommendations for diagnosis, screening, and management of CF-related diabetes (CFRD).
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Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Medical School of Houston, USA.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003550:Cystic Fibrosis / Q000150:complications*; D003920:Diabetes Mellitus / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D018149:Glucose Intolerance; D006801:Humans