Advances in Cystic Fibrosis, An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine

In this issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine, guest editors Drs. Clemente J. Britto and Jennifer L. Taylor-Cousar bring their considerable expertise to Advances in Cystic Fibrosis. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as genetics of cystic fibrosis (CF): clinical implications; innate and adaptive immunity in CF; novel applications of biomarkers and personalized medicine to define the spectrum of CF; emerging approaches to understand CF pathogenesis; and more. Contains 18 relevant, practice-oriented topics including novel approaches to multidrug resistant infections in CF; clinical outcomes of highly-effective modulator therapy; nontuberculous mycobacterial infections in CF; management of mental health in CF; sexual and reproductive health in CF; nutritional management in CF; transitions of care in CF; and more.  Provides in-depth clinical reviews on advances in cystic fibrosis, offering actionable insights for clinical practice.  Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.