A new study conducted to specifically examine the response of children with cystic fibrosis (CF) to infection from COVIS 19
has found that such children suffer ‘mild illness’.
The first global research, published in the Journal of Cystic Fibrosis, assessed the outcomes of 105 children across 13 countries, ranging from infants through to teenagers.
CF is an inherited disease caused by a faulty gene. This gene controls the movement of salt and water in and out of cells, so the lungs and digestive system become clogged with mucous, making it hard to breathe
The researchers were from Newcastle University and The Cystic Fibrosis Trust – as part of the Global Registry Harmonization Group, made up of CF specialists from around the world, including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Study’s findings
Experts found that over two-thirds of children with CF infected withmanaged Covid-19. their symptoms at home. Of the 24 admitted to the hospital, six needed extra oxygen and two needed non-invasive ventilation.
The data also showed that most children were treated with oral or intrave nous antibiotics, as is standard practice for any CF respiratory illness. A small number were given antiviral medications, and none received experimental treatments for Covid-19.
