Multisystem effects of Cystic Fibrosis

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Across
  1. 1. ____ is an example of osteopenia.
  2. 4. Infertility in men with CF is due to absence of the ___.
  3. 7. The functional unit of the exocrine pancreas includes the ____ and its duct system.
  4. 9. The lack of ___will affect the body’s ability to emulsify lipids.
  5. 11. Function of the pancreatic islet of langerhans are progressively impaired in CF leading to diagnosis of_____.
  6. 12. the supplement given to patients with impaired pancreatic enzyme production.
  7. 13. Hyper viscous bile leads to focal fibrosis in the liver causing multilobar ____.
  8. 14. Due to chronic illness and reduced body weight, females with CF present with secondary ____.
  9. 15. In older patients, ____ syndrome is when intestinal obstruction occurs due to thick inspissated mucus in the intestinal lumen.
  10. 16. The major cause of morbidity and mortality in cystic fibrosis.
Down
  1. 2. The other most common and disabling clinical consequence of cystic fibrosis, affecting about 90% of those with the condition.
  2. 3. ____ aeruginosa is one of the pathogens most commonly associated with CF lung infections.
  3. 5. The ___ of the respiratory system that provides a mechanical barrier is impaired in CF.
  4. 6. Portal hypertension leads to formation of oesophageal _____.
  5. 8. In infants with CF, the failure of the sweat ducts to conserve sodium and chloride may lead to____.
  6. 10. Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency is diagnosed using _________.