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Cystic Fibrosis Weekly Update Contents: Physical Activity Levels in CF Should Be Objectively Researched, Review Says LCI Is Sensitive Lung Function Parameter in Patients with Mild CF, Study Says Physical Activity Levels in CF Should Be Objectively Researched, Review Says Sep 23, 2019 07:00 am | Catarina Silva, MSc Adults with cystic fibrosis (CF) are less active than they should be, although they have comparable activity levels to people without the genetic disorder, according to a recent review. The review also showed that there are not enough studies that objectively assess physical activity levels in CF. Therefore, more research in this area is warranted, […] The post Physical Activity Levels in CF Should Be Objectively Researched, Review Says appeared first on Cystic Fibrosis News Today. Read More LCI Is Sensitive Lung Function Parameter in Patients with Mild CF, Study Says Sep 20, 2019 10:00 am | Joana Carvalho, MSc The lung clearance index (LCI) is more sensitive to changes in lung function in patients with mild cystic fibrosis (CF) than conventional spirometry parameters, a study asserts. The findings were reported in the study, “Lung clearance index to detect the efficacy of Aztreonam lysine inhalation in patients with cystic fibrosis and near normal spirometry – […] The post LCI Is Sensitive Lung Function Parameter in Patients with Mild CF, Study Says appeared first on Cystic Fibrosis News Today. Read More Recent News 1st Biosimilar of Dornase Alfa Inhalation Solution for CF Approved in Russia, Companies Announce Progress for Cystic Fibrosis [INFOGRAPHIC] Translate Bio Prioritizes Development of CF Therapy MRT5005, Other Lung Disease Candidates Prenatal Testing for Cystic Fibrosis Influences Pregnancy Outcomes, Review Finds Our Colons Need Your Help