Causes and Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy

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Which symptom is characteristic of spastic hemiplegia?

Proximal muscle weakness more prominent than distal muscle weakness (correct)

Involvement of the face

Both arms stronger than legs

Higher growth rate on the affected side

What is the common intellectual ability seen in many children with spastic hemiplegia?

Below average IQ

Normal IQ (correct)

Highly variable IQ

Above average IQ

Which mechanism is usually implicated in causing focal epilepsy in children?

Traumatic brain injury

Genetic mutations

Endocrine disruptions

Vascular issues, particularly involving the MCA (correct)

In Case 2 described, what milestone did the boy exhibit at 10 weeks that was delayed?

Smiling in response to faces Signup and view all the answers

What is a key physical feature that was noted about the boy in Case 2?

Arching of the back Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of cerebral palsy?

Premature birth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common association with cerebral palsy?

Neurofibromatosis Signup and view all the answers

At what age does myelination primarily start in infants?

24 weeks of gestation Signup and view all the answers

Which neurological condition presents with arm weakness greater than leg weakness?

Duchenne muscular dystrophy Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of APGAR scores in predicting cerebral palsy?

They can indicate risk factors such as perinatal asphyxia Signup and view all the answers

What is a common concern associated with cerebral palsy apart from physical disabilities?

Intellectual disability Signup and view all the answers

What can cause seizures and inappropriate pockets of grey/white matter in the brain?

Toxoplasma gondii Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can lead to intraventricular hemorrhages (IVH) in premature infants?

Periventricular leukomalacia Signup and view all the answers

What is the most significant risk factor for developing periventricular leukomalacia (PVL)?

Intense growth and perfusion in periventricular regions Signup and view all the answers

What has made the biggest difference in helping premature infants survive and respire?

Steroids and surfactant Signup and view all the answers

At what age do legs typically become obvious in babies showing signs of cerebral palsy?

7-8 months Signup and view all the answers

What type of damage mainly occurs to white matter in cases where metabolic failure affects active places?

White matter damage Signup and view all the answers

Causes and Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy

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