The child with cerebral palsy--clinical considerations and management.
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a non-progressive disorder of the motor system secondary to brain injury during early development. Associated non-motor problems are frequent and contribute significantly to the disability. While spastic CP is the commonest, dyskinetic CP continues to be a problem in our contribute. Acquired CP mostly secondary to CNS infections constitutes a significant proportion of cases in developing countries. Early diagnosis, proper assessment of the functional capacity and needs of the child and providing early intervention are important. A multidisciplinary approach to management with active parental involvement helps the child achieve his potential.
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Department of Pediatrics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh-160 012. medinst@pgi.chd.nic.in
D002547:Cerebral Palsy / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003906:Developing Countries; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D011379:Prognosis; D012307:Risk Factors