Weight measurements and disease‐specific growth charts to predict clinical outcomes in children with cerebral palsy

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Authors

Judy-April O. Murayi · Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Laurie Glader · Nationwide Children's Hospital

Richard D. Stevenson · University of Virginia Children's Hospital

Carson J Richardson · Nationwide Children's Hospital

Tamara S. Hannon · Nationwide Children's Hospital

Abstract

Children with CP who fall below the 20th centile WFA appear to require more healthcare services and may face increased mortality risk. Maintaining WFA above the 20th centile may represent an important clinical target.

Topics & Keywords

Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention Neurogenetic and Muscular Disorders Research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology

DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.70204

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