Hypoproteinaemia, oedema, and anaemia: an unusual presentation of cystic fibrosis in dizygotic twins
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Hypoproteinaemia, oedema, and anaemia: an unusual presentation of cystic fibrosis in dizygotic twins
Abstract
The rare combination of oedema, hypoproteinaemia, and anaemia as a presenting feature of cystic fibrosis in dizygotic twins of opposite sex is described. The features of this syndrome together with pathogenesis, treatment, and prognosis are discussed.
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