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Abnormal Ciliary Motility C4022983

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

A condition where hair-like structures called cilia do not move properly, affecting how the lungs and airways clear mucus. It can cause respiratory infections and chronic sinusitis. Treatment focuses on managing infections and airway clearance.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
J98.9
ICD-11
CA00.0
Body system
respiratory
Severity
moderate
Chronic
true

Signs and symptoms

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.

Bronchiectasis

(respiratory)

Shortness of breath or cough

(respiratory)

Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.

Frequency: Common at all stages

Recurrent respiratory infections

(respiratory)

Chronic rhinosinusitis

(respiratory)

Male infertility due to immotile sperm

(respiratory)

Diagnosis and tests

How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.

Initial screening tests

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Standard diagnostic workup

Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Treatment options

Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.

First-line treatments

1

Airway clearance techniques

Chest physiotherapy including percussion, postural drainage, and breathing exercises to help clear mucus in patients with impaired mucociliary clearance.

physical_therapy
2

Respiratory therapy and management

Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.

lifestyle
3

Mucolytic therapy

Use of mucolytic agents to thin and loosen thick respiratory secretions, improving clearance through compromised ciliary function.

medication

Additional treatment options

Smoking cessation

Complete cessation of tobacco use and avoidance of secondhand smoke, which directly damages ciliary epithelium and exacerbates motility disorders.

lifestyle

Bronchodilator therapy

Use of inhaled bronchodilators to open airways and facilitate clearance of secretions in patients with ciliary motility disorders affecting the respiratory tract.

medication

Pulmonary function testing

Regular spirometry and respiratory assessment to monitor disease progression and treatment response in ciliary motility abnormalities.

monitoring

When to seek medical help

Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.

Schedule an appointment soon

Symptoms associated with this condition. Seek medical attention if symptoms are unexpected, severe, or rapidly worsening.- Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen. Seek emergency care for sudden severe symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this topic.

Q

What is Abnormal Ciliary Motility C4022983?

Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]

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Sources and references

Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.

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Shapiro AJ, Davis SD, Ferkol T, et al. Diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of primary ciliary dyskinesia: PCD Foundation consensus recommendations. PLoS One. 2022.

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2

Horani A, Ferkol TW. Ciliary structure, assembly, and motility mechanisms in health and disease. Am J Respir Cell Mol Biol. 2021.

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3

Roland JT, Goldman K, Liu G, et al. Longitudinal outcomes of airway clearance therapy in primary ciliary dyskinesia. J Pediatr Pulmonol. 2023.

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Shoemark A, Boon M, Hogg C, et al. International consensus statement on allergy and rhinology in primary ciliary dyskinesia. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol. 2021.

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Medical Disclaimer

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