title: Exacerbations in cystic fibrosis: 3--Management.
abstract: Exacerbations of pulmonary symptoms in patients with cystic fibrosis must be recognised early and treated vigorously in order to maintain pulmonary function and relieve symptoms. The aetiology of these exacerbations is discussed, together with the options for treatment and the evidence to support treatment choices.
authors.affiliation: Department of Child Health, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Smyth
authors.forename: J S
authors.initials: JS
authors.lastname: Elborn
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002648:Child; D003550:Cystic Fibrosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000382:microbiology; D011552:Pseudomonas Infections / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000188:drug therapy*; D011550:Pseudomonas aeruginosa; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents