Psychosocial approach to cystic fibrosis in adults

Progress in therapeutics has transformed care for cystic fibrosis. Physicia ns now see adults with a chronic disease requiring more global care. To imp rove the patient's quality of life, it is essential to take into account th e social and occupational aspirations as well as their psychological resist ance and self-determination. We emphasize the need for perfect synergy betw een medical and social care givers and on the importance of careful transit ion from pediatric to adult care, including during the time of major surgic al procedures.