Cystic fibrosis, body composition, and health outcomes: a systematic review
Objectives: Patients with cystic fibrosis are characterized by an increased risk of nutrient malabsorption and inflammation, which may influence body composition. We examined the differences in body composition between patients with cystic fibrosis and healthy controls and how body composition differences may impact disease risk and mortality. Methods: Three different electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, and Embase) were used to find articles from inception until March 2017.