Relationship of Skeletal Muscle Thickness, Strength, and Diaphragm Function in Adults With CF

Relationship of Skeletal Muscle Thickness, Strength, and Diaphragm Function in Adults With CF

31 CF patients and 23 healthy sex and age-matched volunteers were enrolled. All subjects underwent pulmonary function tests, 6-minute walking tests. Body Mass Index and Fat Free Mass Index were measured via a body composition analyser. Diaphragm ultrasonography (to measure thickening fraction), quadriceps femoris muscle ultrasonography were performed. A dynamometer was used to measure each subjects handgrip strength.

Inclusion Criteria:

• CF diagnosed
• Age 18 and above

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having a pulmonary flare up within the previous month
• Pregnancy