ABSTRACT
Cystic brosis (CF) is a multisystem disease, which requires a holistic approach to care by a multidisciplinary team (MDT) of CF specialist health professionals.1 e aim of CF care is to
● Prevent chronic infection ● Minimize deterioration ● Maintain independence ● Optimize quality of life ● Maximize life expectancy
e importance of specialist CF center care cannot be overemphasized and has been recognized by a number of professional organizations.2,3 Additionally, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (United States) and the European Cystic Fibrosis Society also strongly endorse the principle and importance of specialist CF center care.
