Ability of device to collect bacteria from cough aerosols generated by adults with cystic fibrosis [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Background: Identifying lung pathogens and acute spikes in lung counts remain a challenge in the treatment of patients with cystic fibrosis (CF). Bacteria from the deep lung may be sampled from aerosols produced during coughing. Methods: A new device was used to collect and measure bacteria levels f...

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Main Authors: David N. Ku, Sarah K. Ku, Beth Helfman, Nael A. McCarty, Bernard J. Wolff, Jonas M. Winchell, Larry J. Anderson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2016-08-01
Series:F1000Research
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Online Access:http://f1000research.com/articles/5-1920/v1