[Developmental sequel of prematurity].
Severe developmental impairment in children born as extremly prematures include cerebral palsy, subnormal cognitive function, deafness and blindness. The rate of severe disabilities range from 5 to 30%. This article reviews what is known about early brain injury and its developmental sequel.
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Klinika Patologii i Intensywnej Terapii Noworodka IMD, Instytut Matki i Dziecka w Warszawie. kpn@imid.med.pl
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