Cystic fibrosis is the most common autosomal recessive disease in the Caucasian race. Its course is chronic and progressive, with pulmonary involvement being associated with greater morbidity and mortality. One of the factors most related to worse prognosis in these patients is respiratory exacerbations. Although limited, there is evidence demonstrating that increased exposure to environmental pollution, both acute and chronic, is associated with an increase in these exacerbations. It is crucial to fully understand this relationship in order to attempt to improve the respiratory health of these patients. That is why the available evidence is reviewed and measures are established to reduce exposure to pollutants.
Keyphrases
- cystic fibrosis
- end stage renal disease
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- pseudomonas aeruginosa
- newly diagnosed
- ejection fraction
- chronic kidney disease
- human health
- heavy metals
- risk assessment
- healthcare
- peritoneal dialysis
- pulmonary hypertension
- prognostic factors
- multiple sclerosis
- lung function
- drug induced
- particulate matter
- liver failure
- patient reported outcomes
- intensive care unit
- extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
- acute respiratory distress syndrome
- respiratory failure