Understanding Treatment Adherence in Cystic Fibrosis: Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract

Significant advancements in the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) have led to drastically improved medical outcomes for those living with this illness. While these improvements have increased life expectancy and resulted in better quality of life, managing the daily care required to stay healthy is burdensome and complex. A time-intensive daily CF treatment regimen may be difficult to maintain and can interfere with many aspects of one's life. Many factors impact how well an individual adheres to recommendations of their healthcare team. Understanding the barriers and facilitators of treatment adherence in CF is critical as well as the interventions available to help those with this disease live better lives while managing their health.