6 Questions
What percentage of individuals with Cerebral Palsy have impaired cognition?
23-44%
What is the primary type of neuron affected in Cerebral Palsy?
Upper Motor Neuron
What is the approximate prevalence of Cerebral Palsy per 1000 live births?
2-2.5 per 1000
What is a significant risk factor for the development of Cerebral Palsy?
Prematurity and Low Birth Weight
During what period of fetal development do most brain lesions occur in Cerebral Palsy?
Second half of gestation
What is a common comorbidity with Cerebral Palsy?
Epilepsy
Learn about Cerebral Palsy, a group of permanent brain disorders that affect movement, posture, and development in pediatric patients. Understand its causes, effects on cognition, behavior, communication, and sensory abilities, as well as its relationship with epilepsy.
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