If a cystic fibrosis patient is in generally good condition, what might be done to permanently fix the lung problem?

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Lung transplant is currently the only permanent solution for cystic fibrosis patients with severe lung damage. It involves replacing the patient's diseased lungs with healthy lungs from a donor. However, lung transplant is a major surgery with potential complications and requires lifelong immunosuppressive medication to prevent rejection of the new lungs. Cryosurgery, total DNA replacement, and diaphragmatic pacemaker have not been proven to be effective in permanently fixing lung problems in cystic fibrosis patients.

If a Cystic Fibrosis Patient Is in Generally Good Condition