Abstract
ABSTRACT Objective of the Paper: To present a case report of sialadenitis in cystic fibrosis and recommendations to diagnose the condition. Key Points. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an autosomal recessive genetic disease caused by mutations in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene and affects exocrine glands, including salivary glands. The article describes a case report of sialadenitis in cystic fibrosis in a 12-year old boy. Bacterial sialadenitis was diagnosed after a consultation with a maxillo-facial surgeon using lab and ultrasound results. The patient was treated with antimicrobials (amoxicillin potentiated by clavulanat), drotaverine, increased fluid intake. Conclusion. Sialadenitis is one of the comorbidities in cystic fibrosis patients associated with fever, ear pain, salivary glands swelling. In order to make the final diagnosis, a consultation with a maxillo-facial surgeon, infectionist and salivary glands ultrasound are necessary. Keywords: cystic fibrosis, sialadenitis, case report.
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