Targeting a genetic defect: cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator modulators in cystic fibrosis
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Targeting a genetic defect: cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator modulators in cystic fibrosis.
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is caused by genetic mutations that affect the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. These mutations can impact the synthesis and transfer of the CFTR protein to the apical membrane of epithelial cells, as well as influencing the gating or conductance of chloride and bicarbonate ions through the channel. CFTR dysfunction results in ionic imbala...
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عنوان ژورنال: European Respiratory Review
سال: 2013
ISSN: 0905-9180,1600-0617
DOI: 10.1183/09059180.00008412