Cystic fibrosis and primary ciliary dyskinesia: Similarities and differences - 04/03/23
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Abstract |
Cystic fibrosis (CF) and Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) are both rare chronic diseases, inherited disorders associated with multiple complications, namely respiratory complications, due to impaired mucociliary clearance that affect severely patients’ lives. Although both are classified as rare diseases, PCD has a much lower prevalence than CF, particularly among Caucasians. As a result, CF is well studied, better recognized by clinicians, and with some therapeutic approaches already available. Whereas PCD is still largely unknown, and thus the approach is based on consensus guidelines, expert opinion, and extrapolation from the larger evidence base available for patients with CF. Both diseases have some clinical similarities but are very different, necessitating different treatment by specialists who are familiar with the complexities of each disease.This review aims to provide an overview of the knowledge about the two diseases with a focus on the similarities and differences between both in terms of disease mechanisms, common clinical manifestations, genetics and the most relevant therapeutic options. We hoped to raise clinical awareness about PCD, what it is, how it differs from CF, and how much information is still lacking. Furthermore, this review emphasises the fact that both diseases require ongoing research to find better treatments and, in particular for PCD, to fill the medical and scientific gaps.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Highlights |
• | CF and PCD are two distinct diseases with significant differences that are frequently overlooked. |
• | Studies comparing CF and PCD are still scarce and produce contradictory results. |
• | Unique management by experienced specialists is critical for both diseases. |
• | PCD knowledge is still limited and requires additional research. |
• | There is a critical need to raise clinical awareness of PCD. |
Keywords : Cystic fibrosis (CF), Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), Rare diseases, Mucociliary clearance, Clinical awareness
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Vol 209
Article 107169- avril 2023 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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