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About Therapeutic Approaches
A therapeutic approach refers to the type of treatment or therapy being studied. A therapy could range from a drug or vitamin to a device or activity (e.g., exercise). Find more information below about different therapeutic approaches.
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Restore CFTR Protein
The symptoms of cystic fibrosis are caused by a defective protein, known as the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR). Researchers are investigating whether these potential drugs or technologies can restore function to the CFTR protein or correct its production process so that a normal protein is produced.
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Mucociliary Clearance
These clinical trials are designed to thin or alter the thick, sticky mucus in the lungs of people with cystic fibrosis so that it can be coughed out more easily. -
Anti-Inflammatory
These clinical trials are focused on potential drugs that can reduce inflammation and prevent or lessen damage to healthy lung tissue.
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Anti-Infective
Researchers are exploring new ways to fight infections caused by bacteria, viruses and fungi.
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Nutritional-GI
These potential therapies seek to improve the nutrition of people with cystic fibrosis by breaking down food better or providing nutrients that people with CF have trouble absorbing.
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Genetic Therapy
Because a faulty gene causes cystic fibrosis, adding normal copies of the gene to cells could correct these cells and ultimately cure the disease. This approach is exploring ways to introduce normal copies of the gene into CF airways.
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Behavioral
Behavioral studies are designed to identify and understand how factors, such as self-management, mental health and social support, are associated with health outcomes. They also look at how the participant’s health affects behavior and social functioning. The goal of interventions is to find effective counseling and supportive approaches to optimize the overall well-being of people with CF and their families.
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Observational
This is a type of clinical trial in which researchers observe certain aspects of routine care and track health outcomes. These studies are very important for developing new ideas about CF and how the disease might best be treated.
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Other
These studies include any other type of clinical trial to test an intervention or potential treatment.
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