PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - A Smyth AU - J S Elborn TI - Exacerbations in cystic fibrosis: 3 ยท Management AID - 10.1136/thx.2006.060905 DP - 2008 Feb 01 TA - Thorax PG - 180--184 VI - 63 IP - 2 4099 - http://thorax.bmj.com/content/63/2/180.short 4100 - http://thorax.bmj.com/content/63/2/180.full SO - Thorax2008 Feb 01; 63 AB - Exacerbations of pulmonary symptoms in patients with cystic fibrosis must be recognised early and treated vigorously in order to maintain pulmonary function and relieve symptoms. The aetiology of these exacerbations is discussed, together with the options for treatment and the evidence to support treatment choices.