Cystic fibrosis : the facts / Ann Harris and Maurice Super.

  • Harris, Ann, 1956-
Date:
1987
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Description

Although cystic fibrosis is one of the most common inherited diseases, most people know very little about it. Written for parents and others who know or care for persons with CF, this book clearly describes all known aspects of the disease: how the various parts of the body are affected, how the symptoms are treated, its genetics, and major avenues of current research. Also included are accounts written by children with the disorder. It is a unique and helpful guide for anyone who works with or cares for children with CF.

Publication/Creation

Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 1987.

Physical description

vii, 133 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.

Related material

This item was donated as part of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust archive held by Wellcome Collection, reference SA/CFT https://wellcomecollection.org/works/ammjkw78

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

Introduction: living with cystic fibrosis -- 1. What is cystic fibrosis -- 2. What is happening in the body in cystic fibrosis -- 3. Treatment of cystic fibrosis -- 4. Genetics of cystic fibrosis -- 5. Research into cystic fibrosis -- 6. Organizations concerned with cystic fibrosis -- Appendix 1: Officers of the International Cystic Fibrosis (Mucoviscidosis) Association -- Appendix 2: Glossary.

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ISBN

  • 0192614622
  • 9780192614629