Do kids with a rare lung condition face hidden muscle loss?

This study asks whether children and adolescents with primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) — a rare condition affecting the lungs — have poorer nutrition and muscle health than healthy children their age. Researchers will measure hand grip strength, jump power, and other physical and nutritional markers in about 30 participants aged 6 to 18. By comparing the two groups, the study aims to reveal whether children with PCD are at higher risk for malnutrition or sarcopenia (muscle loss), which could guide future care.