Browsing by Subject "cystic fibrosis"
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Molecular and Functional Identification of Two Mucin Secretory Pathways
(2018-10-29)In airways, secreted mucins absorb large volumes of water to form viscoelastic mucus, which is then propelled proximally by ciliary beating and swallowed. Mucins are secreted both at a low baseline rate and a high ... -
The Impact of Family Functioning and Treatment Burden on Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Cystic Fibrosis
(2017-07-31)Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQOL) is the leading construct for measuring the impact of chronic illness on general well-being in pediatric populations. Little is known about what factors contribute to HRQOL in pediatric ...