Cystic Fibrosis Lung (IMAGE)

Technical University of Denmark

Cystic Fibrosis Lung

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CF-patients have a genetic defect which results in dehydrated sticky mucous in the lungs, leading to severe and persistent lung infections often caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

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