[Psychosocial approach to cystic fibrosis in adults].

Rev Mal Respir

Clinique de Pédiatrie, Insel Spital, Université de Berne, Suisse.

Published: August 2000

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. We emphasize the need for perfect synergy between medical and social care givers and on the importance of careful transition from pediatric to adult care, including during the time of major surgical procedures.

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