In cystic fibrosis the most common organism which causes infection is
Correct Answer: Staphylococcus
Description: Respiratory infections are characteristic feature of cystic fibrosis in the presence of viscous secretions blocking medium and small airways.The most common organism is Staphylococcus aureus.Other organisms include H.influenza,Pseudomonas aeruginosa,etc. Ref:Harrison's med:18th edition,page no:1697.
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