Vaccination of cystic fibrosis patients against Pseudomonas aeruginosa reduces the proportion of patients infected and delays time to infection.

Introduction: Cystic fibrosis (CF) almost always leads to chronic airway infection with Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Despite advances in antibiotic therapy, after chronic infection rapid deterioration in lung function occurs, increasing morbidity and mortality. Prevention of infection by vaccination is desirable, but earlier trials produced disappointing results.

[Psychosocial approach to cystic fibrosis in adults].

Progress in therapeutics has transformed care for cystic fibrosis. Physicians now see adults with a chronic disease requiring more global care. To improve the patient's quality of life, it is essential to take into account the social and occupational aspirations as well as their psychological resistance and self-determination.