18q deletion in a cystic fibrosis infant, increased morbidity and challenge for correct treatment choices: a case report.

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is the most frequent recessive disease of Caucasian patients. Association with other diseases or syndromes has previously been reported. Co-morbidity may be a challenge for clinicians, who have to face more severe problems.

Growth assessment of paediatric patients with CF comparing different auxologic indicators: A multicentre Italian study.

Objectives: To evaluate growth in Italian patients with cystic fibrosis (CF).

Patients And Methods: A multicentre cross-sectional study was carried out on patients with CF attending Italian reference centres. Anthropometric data were evaluated using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2000 reference data.

Evaluation of the healing time of non-operatively managed liver injuries.

Background/aims: Post discharge prescriptions and follow-up protocols after non-operative treatment of blunt liver injuries are still controversial. The aim of this study was to detail the evolution of the hepatic injuries considering their different patterns and severity grades, stated by the Liver Injury Scale.

Methodology: Analysis of a database concerning 79 consecutive patients submitted to ultrasound follow-up until complete recovery of liver injury.