La fatalité de la mucoviscidose sera-t-elle vaincue ? this book, written by Aleksander Edelman and Isabelle Sermet, researchers at INEM, with contributions from Georges Travert, explores the history of cystic fibrosis and the breakthroughs that have transformed the management of this genetic disease.
Thanks to decades of research, life expectancy for patients has significantly improved, and new pharmacogenetic approaches now correct the underlying defect for the majority of those affected. However, some mutations remain resistant to treatment, and the fight continues.
A scientific and human perspective on an ongoing medical challenge.