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Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a life-shortening genetic disorder characterized by chronic lung disease and associated complications like pancreatic insufficiency and diabetes, with a median survival of 47 years. It is caused by mutations in the CFTR gene, with over 1900 mutations identified, and is diagnosed through clinical symptoms, family history, and sweat tests. Management focuses on maintaining lung function and nutritional status, utilizing multidisciplinary care, and includes therapies like antibiotics, a

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