CF impairment

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reproductive/digestive effects
Biology year 1 > topic 2 > 6+7. mutations and CFTR > types of mutation > CF > CF impairment
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gaseous exchange impairment?
thicker mucus cannot be moved via cilia so blocks bronchioles and restricts airflow, preventing ventilation of alveoli before blockage.
blockages also cause overinflation of alveoli, causing damage to elasticity of lungs