Abstract :
[en] Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder responsible for the production of a defective transmembrane protein. In recent years, new protein modulators have been developed. They aim to treat the underlying cause of the disease. The results on the biomarkers of the function of the CFTR protein and on the clinical outcomes are very encouraging. However, there is an individual heterogeneity in the response to modulators within a same genotype. Furthermore, clinical trials focus on the most common mutations in the CFTR gene, in particular DF508. Intestinal organoids, a new model of ex vivo study, could offer a quick approach to increase access to effective treatment for all patients with cystic fibrosis regardless of their CFTR genotype. Organoids could enable personalized treatment of cystic fibrosis.
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