Conclusions
Our study reflects that patients who died had complications in the
neonatal period. These patients also had lower BMI and lowered pulmonary
function test results. The two variables, low BMI and low PFT indices
are modifiable and can be improved by early diagnosis and early CF
specific treatment. For early detection and prevention of neonatal
complications, a robust neonatal screening programme should be developed
and implemented so that new born babies can be delivered at specific
centres equipped to handle the neonatal complications with the help of
multidisciplinary team and suitable arrangements can be made for
early/antenatal referrals.