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Three authors (from U. of Pittsburgh, Johns Hopkins U., and Case Western Reserve U.) proffer a guide to the medical community to the principles and practices of cystic fibrosis (CF) care. After chapters on the molecular and cellular bases of CF and its diagnosis, they cover the major organ systems affected by CF and deal with surgery for CF patients, transplantation (lung and liver), hospitalization, and terminal care. Also included are chapters on special populations, exercise, and laboratory testing.Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR

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Three authors (from U. of Pittsburgh, Johns Hopkins U., and Case Western Reserve U.) proffer a guide to the medical community to the principles and practices of cystic fibrosis (CF) care. After chapters on the molecular and cellular bases of CF and its diagnosis, they cover the major organ systems affected by CF and deal with surgery for CF patients, transplantation (lung and liver), hospitalization, and terminal care. Also included are chapters on special populations, exercise, and laboratory testing. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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