What is this talk about?

PCD is a genetic disease with chronic upper and lower airway symptoms that are non-specific; therefore several tests are usually required to confirm the diagnosis. These tests are expensive, require expertise, and most of them are only available at specialised centres. 

 Countries with limited resources have significant challenges in diagnosing PCD cases. Although clinicians may choose to start basic treatments based on clinical suspicion, however, confirming the diagnosis according to international standards is necessary to participate in international registries, research and clinical trials.

 Dr Rumman will talk about her experience in diagnosing PCD cases in Palestine, the challenges, the opportunities, and highlight the importance of international collaborations.

About Dr Nisreen Rumman:

 Dr Rumman is a paediatric pulmonologist in Palestine. After receiving her pulmonary training in USA, she started clinical practice in her home country and was challenged by the large numbers of clinically suspected PCD cases. In 2015, she received an ERS short term fellowship to learn more about PCD diagnostics at Southampton PCD centre, and since then, she has been participating actively in international PCD meetings and collaborations. Through these collaborations, Dr Rumman was able to confirm diagnosis in her PCD patients and include them in international research projects.

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