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S10-- Body Composition in CF: What the Science Says & What We Do with It

Thursday, October 8, 2026
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM EDT
This session will provide a comprehensive overview of current body composition research in CF, including emerging trends and the future of care in the modulator era. We will explore pediatric-specific considerations, emphasizing growth and pubertal development, as well as the unique challenges of interpreting body composition in children and adolescents with CF. Practical strategies for translating body composition data into clinical practice, with emphasis on bioelectrical impedance will be examined. Evidence-based exercise interventions will be addressed, focusing on practical recommendations for building and preserving muscle mass across the lifespan.

Presentation Order:


1. State Of Research In CF Body Composition In Adults – Presented by Jessica Alvarez

2. Body Composition Research and Clinical Application Through the Lens Of DXA--A Pediatric Focus – Presented by Andrea Kelly

3. Translating Body Composition Evidence into CF Practice: Clinical Interpretation and Intervention – Presented by Julianna Bailey

4. Optimizing Lean Mass In CF: Exercise Strategies to Build and Preserve Muscle – Presented by Chelsea Rogen