What are six complications of advanced CF?
What are six complications of advanced CF?
1. Scarring
2. Bronchiectasis
3. Lobar atelectasis (common)
4. Pulmonary hypertension with cor pulmonale (frequent, owing to hypoxemia)
5. Pneumothorax due to rupture of bleb or bulla
6. Hemoptysis as a result of enlarged bronchial collaterals (uncommon)