Significant progress in the field of cystic fibrosis (CF) has substantially extended the life expectancy of patients with CF (pwCF). Consequently, the population of adult pwCF has outnumbered paediatric patients in most developed countries. Ageing is a new factor that can contribute to disease complexity and can require adaptation of CF units. Therefore, the necessity for standardised, specialised and multidisciplinary care is imperative. Concerns arise regarding the adequacy of current healthcare, therapeutic and educational offerings.
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