1. Cystic Fibrosis

2. Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is caused by a defective gene and its protein which causes the body to produce abnormally thick and sticky mucus
Basic defect is a faulty chloride transport that causes mucus build up that results in lung dysfunction, pancreatic insufficiency, intestinal diseases, and infertility

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Tenacious-not easily pulled apart : cohesive tending to adhere or cling especially to another substance
Cystic Fibrosis
Most common life-threatening genetic disorder in Caucasians
Autosomal-recesesive disorder with more than 1900 mutations in the CFTR (CF transmembrane conductance regulator) gene
No identifiable cure is known

4. What is CFTR?
CFTR gene goes for a protein called the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator
Function of CFTR protein:
Channel in membrane of cells that produces mucus, sweat, saliva, tears, and digestive enzymes
Transports chloride into and out of cells; helps control movement of water in tissues for thin mucus production
Transports sodium ions across cell membranes; important for function of organs
Located on chromosome 7

5. Cystic Fibrosis
In % of CF babies died within the first year of life
Average life expectancy age today is 37 years old
The most prevalent CF-causing mutation in the Caucasian population, 86% of CF alleles of cases is the F508del mutation
Cff.org

6. F508 mutation
Mutation in the gene for the CFTR protein. The mutation deletes three nucleotides that code for phenylalanine.
Causes a person to produce CFTR without phenylalanine
CFTR protein breaks down because of its abnormality and cannot escape to move to its correct cell location

7. Airway clearance techniques (ACTs) are treatments that help people with cystic fibrosis (CF) stay healthy and breathe easier. ACTs loosen thick, sticky lung mucus so it can be cleared by coughing or huffing. Clearing the airways reduces lung infections and improves lung function.
TOBI® (tobramycin inhalation solution) is an inhaled antibiotic for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF). TOBI helps fight the germ Pseudomonas aeruginosa
AZ=Azithromycin HS=hypertonic saline AI=Ivacaftor is used to treat cystic fibrosis in adults and children who are at least 6 years old. Ivacaftor is for use only in patients with a specific gene mutation related to cystic fibrosis. O'Sullivan BP, Freedman SD. Cystic fibrosis. The Lancet. ;373(9678):

8. Prevalence & Incidence
Approximately 80,000 people in the world are diagnosed with CF. 30,000 of those 80,000 people are in the United States
1 in 3500 live births have Cystic Fibrosis
More than 70% of patients are diagnosed by age two.
More than 45% of the CF patient population is age 18 or older.
1 in 3000 white Americans, 1 in 4000–10 000 Latin Americans, and 1 in 15 000–20 000 African Americans.11 Cystic fibrosis is uncommon in Africa and Asia, with a reported frequency of 1 in 350 000 in Japan. O'Sullivan BP, Freedman SD. Cystic fibrosis. The Lancet. ;373(9678):

9. Diagnosis Neonatal cystic fibrosis screening
First test: A sample of blood sample is taken from the bottom of the baby's foot or a vein in the arm.
The blood sample is examined for increased levels of immunoreactive trypsinogen (IRT), a protein produced by the pancreas that is linked to CF
Kleven D, McCudden C, Willis M. Cystic fibrosis: newborn screening in America. Medical Laboratory Observer. 2008;40(7):16.

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In the first part of the test, a colorless, odorless chemical that causes sweating is applied to a small area on an arm or leg. An electrode is then attached to the arm or leg. A weak electrical current is sent to the area to stimulate sweating.
People may feel a tingling in the area, or a feeling of warmth. This part of the procedure lasts for about 5 minutes.
Diagnosis
Gold standard for diagnosis is the sweat chloride test (pilocarpine iontophoresis)
Test used to induce sweating then the sweat electrolytes are measured
Hjortskov N, Jepsen L, Nielsen B, Juul A, Skakkebaek N. Pilocarpine iontophoresis test: an index of physiological sweat secretion?. Clinical Physiology. 1995;15(4):

11. Positive Results For infants up to 6 months of age
Chloride levels of:
Less than 29 mmol/L=CF is very unlikely
30-59 mmol/L= CF is possible
Greater than 60 mmol/L= CF to be diagnosed
For people older than 6 months of age
Less than 39 mmol/L= CF is very unlikely
40-59 mmol/L= CF is possible

13. Diagnosis Other Tests Prenatal Screening Chest x ray Sinus x-ray
Genetic testing can show if the fetus has CF
Amniocentesis- removing small amounts of fluid from the sac around the baby
Tested to see if the CFTR genes are normal
Chorionic villus testing- removing a tissue sample from placenta to test for CF
Chest x ray
Sinus x-ray
Lung function tests
Sputum culture
Trypsin and chymotrypsin in stool

14. Quality of Life Back pain and headaches in 89% of adults with CF
Chest pain in 16-64% of CF adults
Pain can cause anxiety and depression
Females are observed to have a lower quality of life
1. Gee L, Abbott J, Conway SP, Etherington C, Webb AK. Quality of life in cystic fibrosis: The impact of gender, general health perceptions and disease severity. Journal of Cystic Fibrosis. 2003;2(4):

15. Quality of Life Sleep disturbances can occur
Patients with airflow limitation; have sleep related hypoventilation, hypovolemia and hypoxemia
Mucus and gastric reflux can cause nocturnal cough episodes
Pain

16. Infertility
Congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens (CBAVD) accounts for 1-2% of male infertility
Men: All men with CF are azoospermia, infertile, and have CBAVD
50% of men with CBAVD carry two or more CFTR mutations
Women can be fertile; controversial to whether or not they should become pregnant

17. Figure 2. Approximate age of onset of clinical manifestations of cystic fibrosisABPA=allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. CBAVD=congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens. CFRD=cystic fibrosis-related diabetes mellitus. DIOS=distal intestinal obstruction syndrome. HPOA=hypertrophic pulmonary osteoarthritis. The Lancet Brian P O'Sullivan, MD, Steven D Freedman, MD

18. CFTR Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Regulator Water follows chloride
Thick mucus develops

19. Signs and Symptoms Salty sweat
Frequent Infections (Pneumonia, Bronchitis)
Nasal polyps
Cough and sputum production
Wheezing and air trapping
Digital clubbing
Infertility

20. Nutritional S/S Failure to Thrive Edema (hypoproteinemia)
Chronic pancreatitis
Cirrhosis
Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency
Steatorrhea

21. Organs Affected Lungs Pancreas Liver Intestines Sinuses Sex Organs

22. Lungs Airway Surface Liquid Cilia Bacteria Inflammation
Bronchioles in Young Adult with CF:
Gibson RL, Burns JL, Ramsey BW. Pathophysiology and management of pulmonary infections in cystic fibrosis. American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine. 2003;168(8):918.

23. Infections The mucous is so thick that it is typically anaerobic
Biofilms form easily in this environment
Neutrophils have poor mobility to fight off infections

24. Infections Pseudomonas aeruginosa Staphylococcus aureus
Haemophilus influenzae
Burkholderia cepacia
Flu and staph are first to appear in CF patients

25. Infections Pseudomonas aeruginosa Present in 80% of adult patients
Gradual decrease in lung function
Poor clinical status
Drug resistant (antibiotics treatment usually ineffective)
CF: E, D&T

26. Infections Aspergillus species, noninvasive
Allergic bronchopulmonary apergillosis (ABPA) causes lung deterioration
Or aspergilloma can occur in cystic space
CF: E D&T; “CF Everything you need to know” p 164

27. Pancreas
Pathophysiology

28. Pancreas
Pathophysiology
Bicarbonate
Volume pH
The Pancreas in CF

29. Pancreas
Anatomy
Secretions obstruct flow from acini, causing degradation of acinar cells, then pancreatic fibrosis

30. Pancreas Lipase excretion must be below 10% before symptoms appear
85% of CF patients require enzyme replacement therapy due to pancreatic insufficiency (PI)
“The Pancreas in CF”

31. Pancreatic Insufficiency
Meconium Ileus
Maldigestion/absorption
Failure to Thrive/Growth Retardation
Steatorrhea
Deficiencies in fat soluble vitamins
Meconium is the fecal matter produced by infants in the womb
Cistic Fibrosis: Etiology, Diagnosis and Treatments;
picture:

32. Diabetes in CF Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes (CFRD)
Affects about 1/3 of adult CF patients
Due to beta cell degradation
Frequent OGTT recommended
As CF longevity increases more microvascular complications are present
CF: E, D&T; “Diabetes in Cystic Fibrosis”

33. CFRD Treatment Typical diabetic diets are inappropriate
Increased energy needs through a high fat diet, also high starch
Limited treatment is typical because of treatment demands of CF
risk noncompliance/overwhelming patient
Insulin is used when necessary
“Diabetes in Cystic Fibrosis”

34. Liver Liver disease is the 3rd cause of death in CF
Fatty liver causes hepatomegaly
Commonly asymptomatic
Focal Biliary Fibrosis
Severe scarring can lead to cirrhosis
Verices, hemorrhaging
Best treatment: Liver transplant
“Cystic Fibrosis: Everything you need to know”

35. Instestines Distal Intestinal Obstructive Syndrome DIOS
Due to thickened fecal matter
Adult equivalent of maconeum ileus
Rectal Prolapse
CF: E D&T

36. Medical Care

37. Goals of Treatment Preventing and controlling lung infections
Loosening and removing mucus from the lungs
Preventing and treating intestinal blockage
Providing adequate nutrition and absorption

38. Medications Antibiotics Mucus thinning drugs Bronchodilators
Oral pancreatic enzymes
Inflammatory treatment

39. Physical Therapy Postural Drainage and Percussion
4-5 minutes in 2-3 positions
Cystic Fibrosis Care: A practical guide
PD&P: should not disrupt breathing p

40. Breathing Techniques Active Cycle of Breathing
Cystic Fibrosis Care: A practical guide
PD&P: should not disrupt breathing p. 68
Mobilizes secretions from smaller to larger airways.

41. Breathing Techniques Positive Expiratory Pressure
Masks increase force required to exhale

42. Mechanical Devices
Mechanical Percussor

43. Mechanical Devices
Inflatable Vest

44. Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Long term program to improve lung function and overall well-being
Attended weekly
Includes:
Exercise training
Nutritional counseling
Energy conserving techniques
Breathing strategies
Psychological counseling or group support or both
Education on how to manage disease

45. Other Medical Treatments
Surgery/transplant
Oxygen therapy
Endoscopy and lavage
Lung transplant
Feeding tube
Bowel surgery

46. Exercise

47. Is exercise good for those with CF?
Yes, exercise is always recommended. It helps clear the airway and improve lung function
It also helps improve quality of life
Higher levels of aerobic exercise have been associated with prolonged survival
VO2 peak is a valuable predicator of disease prognosis

48. What kind of exercise is best?
Aerobic training is essential to increase VO2 peak (increase survival)
Those with CF can also benefit from strength training. Anaerobic training can help increase aerobic capacity
IMF strength training is also crucial
IMF= inspiratory muscle function
Intense breathing exercises that strengthen the muscles around the lungs
Without IMF, pulmonary compliance decreases and residual volume increases
If the program is enjoyable to the patient, they are more willing to exercise regularly

49. Lung Transplants

50. Who is eligible?
Those who are likely to die from lung disease within 1 or 2 years
Their conditions are so severe that other therapies no longer work
CF is the most common reason in children for needing a lung transplant
Must be healthy enough for a transplant (only affected by the disease causing the demise of the lung)

51. Tests for lung transplant approval
Lung function tests
Measure amount air you can breathe, how fast you can breath air out, and how well your lungs can deliver oxygen
Blood tests
Chest CT scan
EKG
Echocardiography
Right cardiac catheterization

52. General Facts
About 1,800 lung transplants were done in the United States in 2010
Most people who receive transplants are between the ages of 18-65
OPTN (Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network) oversees the organ-sharing process. Also maintains the waiting list.
Both the recipient and the donor must go through a careful screening process
Every year, about half of the people on the waiting list receive a lung

53. Types of Transplants Single-lung transplant
Usually takes 4-8 hours to complete the process
Double-lung transplant
Usually takes 6-12 hours
The number of double-lung transplants has increased over the years
More double transplants are done than single transplants
Heart-lung transplant
For those who have severe heart disease and lung disease
Living donor lobar lung transplant
Healthy adult donates a segment, or lobe, of one lung to another person

54. Outlook Lung transplants are a last resort option
They can improve quality of life
They also have serious risks
The recipients body may reject the lung
Infections
Survival Rates
About 78% of patients survive the first year
63% of patients survive 3 years
51% of patients survive 5 years
Survival rates for double-lung transplant are a little better than single transplants

55. Current Research
A study in the New England Journal of Medicine states that lung transplants may not be beneficial for children.
Median survival after lung transplantation is 2.84 years, and survival at 5 years is 32.9%, less than that reported for all patients with CF.
The question is whether children who undergo lung transplantation do worse because of the condition of their disease before the transplant, or because of the transplant itself?

56. MNT for Cystic Fibrosis
Goal: control malabsorption, maldigestion, provide adequate nutrients, promote optimal growth or maintain weight, support pulmonary function, and prevent nutrient deficiencies.
* MNT is specific to each patient; coordinated with other treatments, medications, and chest physical therapy.
Krause, Stallings VA

57. Types of MNT: replacing digestive enzymes respiratory therapy
COX inhibitors to decrease inflammation
Agenst that increase cAMP (like theophylline) to open chloride channels
Krause

58. How to administer MNT: Monitor ongoing nutrition status
Supply pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT)
Meet increased energy requirements
Provide vitamin/mineral supplements

59. Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy..... (PERT)
PERT is first step taken to correct maldigestion/malabsorption.
Microspheres are taken orally, designed to withstand the acidic stomach, and release enzymes in the duodenum for digestion of macronutrients.
The degree of pancreatic insufficiency, amount of food eaten, and types of enzymes taken determine the quantity to take.
krause

60. PERT continued...
the enzyme dosage per meal is adjusted to control GI symptoms (steatorrhea) and promote growth.
monitoring fecal elastase, fecal fat, or nitrogen balance may help evaluate adequate enzyme dosage and efficacy.
Fecal elastase is the enzyme secreted by the pancreas to digest proteins and is involved in hydrolysis of peptide bonds.
Krause

61. MNT for children
Evaluate and monitor growth and development (body composition, BMI, wt, ht, head circumference, bone status, etc)
Identify degree of pancreatic insufficiency
Determine PERT recommendation
Borowitz D. reference: Borowitz D, Baker RD, Stallings V. Consensus report on nutrition for pediatric patients with cystic fibrosis. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2002;35: and.... Borowitz D, Grand RJ, Durie PR. Use of pancreatic enzyme supplements for patients with cystic fibrosis in the contect of fibrosing colonopathy. J Pediatr 1995;127:

62. Macronutrient needs Energy Intake:
Based on sex, age, BMR, physical activity, respiratory infection, severity of disease, and severity of malabsorption
There are equations to calculate energy needs when labs aren't available.
CF patients shouldn't decrease PA but rather increase energy intake
For Children: high energy (based on growth needs), moderate to high fat, and complementary PERT
For Adults: high energy (to maintain weight)
Krause, Borowitz D

63. Macronutrient needs CHO needs: Protein needs: FAT needs:
needs change as disease progresses
CF patients may develop lactose intolerances
Protein needs:
Slightly increased, but % should meet DRI for protein requirements
FAT needs:
CF patients have increased fat needs; 35-40% of total kcals (especially sources of EFA)
Check for EFA deficiencies in regular lipid profiles
Also watch for fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies since there is likely fat malabsorption.
Fat intolerances found in stool samples.
Borowitz D, Krause

64. Specific Vitamin Recommendations
Water soluble vitamins:
Adequately absorbed; requirements are met by diet and multivitamin/mineral supplement.
Fat soluble vitamins:
Usually inadequately absorbed (fat malabsorption)
Low serum vitamin A - impaired mobilization and transportation from liver.
Decreased vitamin D - related to decreased bone mineral content
Low vitamin E - hemolytic anemia and abnormal neurologic findings.
Vitamin K deficiency - secondary to antibiotics or liver disease.
Borowitz D, Krause

65. Mineral needs
Intake should meet CF patients gender/age recommendations.
Minerals to watch:
Na requirements increase because increased losses in sweat. Deficiency is evident with lethargy, vomiting, and dehydration. Supplemental salt is required only in some conditions (infants b/c low Na content in BM, Formula and baby food, adults and children during fever, hot weather, or exercise)

66. Minerals to watch (cont)
Calcium - watch for decreased bone mineralization during childhood esp.
Iron - check yearly in children, and monitor hgb and hct
Zinc - decreased absorption and increased zinc in stools (esp in children and infants). Also related to vitamin A levels.
Borowitz D, Krause

67. Feeding Strategies - MEET THE NUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS
Infants: PERT by mouth or added to baby food, supplementation of high-calorie formula.
Children and adults: Regular and enjoyable mealtimes, larger food portions, extra snacks, high-nutrient density, fortified beverages, puddings, etc.
*feeding tube is alternative for patients who can't meet nutrient needs orally.
*TPN is used short term & after GI surgery.
Krause

68. Results
Results can be evidenced in improved weight gain, slowed decline in pulmonary function, decreased respiratory infection, and improved sense of well being and quality of life.
Krause

69. Case Study: LJ Age: 14 Female Student
Mother is 41, grandmother is 66, half-brother is 5
Caucasian
"I caught a cold, and it has just gotten worse. My regular treatments were not working, and my doctor says I probably have pneumonia."

70. LJ Anthropometric Data
Current anthropometrics:
Ht: 5'5"
Wt: 102 #
3 months ago:
UBW: #

71. LJ - pt. history Diagnosed with CF at 6 mos.
Since then uneventful disease course.
Hospitalized several times for respiratory infections but otherwise has been maintained by outpatient therapy.
Seen yearly in CF clinic
Uses high-frequency chest compression for 1 hour twice daily
PMH - seen in hospital over year ago.
Very active, runs 3-5 miles 5-6x week.

72. LJ continued
Meds: Pancrease (1-3 capfuls after meals), Prevacid (20mg daily), Humabid (1/2 tablet every 12 hours), multivitamin and Proventil PRN.
Family Hx: T2DM maternal grandmother, and CF paternal great aunt (deceased)
Nutrition Hx: Not good appetite, Never knows how much Pancrease to take. Likes most foods, but never drinks milk. Likes F/V but doesn't eat many.
“I am not really home for meals that much”
“I take more pancrease if I eat more fat”

73. Typical Diet for LJ AM - rarely eats
Lunch - 3 T crunchy PB or 2 oz ham + 2 oz swiss cheese sandwich, 2-3 oz chips, 1 orange or other fruit, water
Dinner oz of chicken, pork or beef (grilled or baked), 1-2 c raw vegetables on lettuce, 1/4 c ranch dressing, 1 c pasta, potatoes, or rice, usually with 1-2 T margarine, water.
*really depends on whether eats at home or friends'

74. PES statement for LJ
Inappropriate administration of medication related to repeated infection as evidenced by pneumonia and cold.
Inadequate oral intake related to lack of nutrient absorption as evidenced by weight loss.

75. Sample diet for LJ
AM - 1 slice toast with margarine, 1 piece of fruit, 1 c milk
Lunch - 2 slices bread, 3-4 oz ham or other lunch meat, 2-3 oz swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, mustard (sandwich), 1 piece of fruit, caloric drink
Dinner oz chicken or beef, 1 cup pasta or rice, cream sauce, steamed vegetables with margarine, 1 cup milk.
*avoid "diet" or low fat items, and increase fat intake.

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