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Cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder characterized by the production of sweat with a high salt content and mucus secretions with an abnormal viscosity.

Multiple rib fractures

More than one fracture of the ribs.

Total: 1

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PMID (PMCID)
25270323 (4197343)	MALE	Adult
	Rib plating of acute and sub-acute non-union rib fractures in an adult with cystic fibrosis: a case report.
	Dean NC, Van Boerum DH, Liou TG. BMC Res Notes. 2014;7:681.
	We believe repair may be of benefit in selected cystic fibrosis patients, such as our patient who had suffered multiple rib fractures that were healing poorly.