Définition:
An autosomal recessive genetic disease of the . It is caused by mutations in the gene encoding the expressed in several organs including the , the , the , and the . Cystic fibrosis is characterized by epithelial secretory dysfunction associated with ductal obstruction resulting in ; chronic ; ; maldigestion; salt depletion; and .
Synonyme(s):
Fibrose kystique /
Fibrose kystique du poumon /
Fibrose kystique pulmonaire /
Mucoviscidose pulmonaire /