Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes
This chapter on CFRD reviews the ever-evolving topic and provides up-to-date information on how to diagnose and manage cystic fibrosis-related diabetes CFRD in the acute and chronic setting. The treatments necessary to treat and prolong life in CF, including their unique dietary requirements, must always be followed as a first priority, with diabetes care adjusted accordingly. Early intervention with insulin has been shown to reverse clinical deterioration, even in those with mild diabetes. Newly emerging treatments for CF which have the potential to restore defective chloride channels may have implications for the development and treatment of CFRD. Whilst CFRD shares features of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, there are important differences which necessitate a unique approach to diagnosis and management. Factors specific to CF that variably affect glucose metabolism include chronic respiratory infection and inflammation, increased energy expenditure, malnutrition, glucagon deficiency, and gastrointestinal abnormalities.