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The research aims to highlight the prevalence of comorbidities in pediatric cystic fibrosis and their impact on health.

February 2, 2026Respiratory Medicine0 citationsOpen Access

Comorbidities in Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis: ABPA, Celiac Disease and Prediabetes in Georgia

NVNino VardosanidzeTbilisi State Medical University DADodo AgladzeAIDS and Clinical Immunology Research Center NKNani KavlashviliTbilisi State Medical University

Key Points

The research aims to highlight the prevalence of comorbidities in pediatric cystic fibrosis and their impact on health.
Assessment of children diagnosed with cystic fibrosis in Georgia
Screening for celiac disease, prediabetes/CFRD, and ABPA
Analysis of effects on nutrition and lung function
Comorbidities such as celiac disease, prediabetes, and ABPA were identified in affected children.
Untreated comorbidities led to negative impacts on nutrition and lung function.
Routine screening is recommended to improve health outcomes.

Abstract

Comorbidities including CD, prediabetes/CFRD, and ABPA are present in Georgian children with CF and can negatively affect nutrition and lung function if untreated. Routine screening for glucose abnormalities, CD, and ABPA should be implemented into national CF care protocols for timely treatment and better outcomes.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/6980fc17c1c9540dea80dd6c https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmed.2026.108674

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