Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis is also called mucoviscidosis. Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that affects the respiratory and digestivesystems. Caused by a defective gene, thick mucus is formed in the bronchial tree which predisposes the person to
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Canada The Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has worked to provide a brighter future for every child born with CF.