primary studies published RCT Early assessment of glucose abnormalities during continuous glucose monitoring associated with lung function impairment in cystic fibrosis patients. Year: 2013 Date: 1982 Author: Leclercq A Source J Cyst Fibros. 2013 Dec 17. pii: S1569-1993(13)00195-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jcf.2013.11.005. Study design (if review, criteria of inclusion for studies) Randomised, cross-over trial Participants 14 participants with CF, age range 12 - 29 years, mean age 15.9 years, chronic infection with Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Interventions PEP compared to conventional physiotherapy, 4 days Outcome measures FVC, FEV1, RV, FRC, TLC, PF, bacteriology (Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcal aureus, E. coli) Related topics Active cycle of breathing technique in cystic fibrosis Oscillating devices in cystic fibrosis Positive expiratory pressure in cystic fibrosis