Renal involvement in adults with cystic fibrosis: study of 89 patients.

Introduction: We are assisting to an increase in survival rates among individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF). Until now, renal involvement was a minority issue, but with the rise in life expectancy, we will likely see an increase in its prevalence. Our main objective was to assess renal function in CF and study risk factors associated with its deterioration.

Predictive value of computed tomography scoring systems evolution in adults with cystic fibrosis.

Objectives: To assess whether the evolution of two consecutive high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scores in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) has prognostic value.

Methods: A longitudinal retrospective study was performed to research adult patients with CF. Two consecutive HRCT studies were scored using Bhalla and Brody II scoring scales by two senior radiologists.