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[Feeding problems and growth disorders among children with cerebral palsy in south and north Trondelag]

T Vik1, M S Skrove, H Døllner

  • 1Trondsletten habiliteringssenter for barn og Institutt for samfunnsmedisinske fag Det medisinske fakultet Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet 7489 Trondheim. torstein.vik@medisin.ntnu.no

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke
|July 12, 2001
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Growth retardation and feeding problems are prevalent in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Children unable to self-feed face higher risks for growth issues, impacting family quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Developmental Pediatrics
  • Clinical Nutrition

Context:

  • Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common condition affecting children.
  • Growth retardation and nutritional deficits are frequently observed in children with CP.
  • The etiology may involve cerebral injury and/or inadequate nutrition.

Purpose:

  • To estimate the prevalence of feeding problems, growth retardation, underweight, and overweight in children with cerebral palsy (CP).
  • To identify risk factors associated with growth issues in this population.

Summary:

  • A population-based study in Norway included 154 children with CP (born 1982-1996).
  • Findings revealed high rates of short stature (30%), underweight (10%), obesity (7%), oral motor dysfunction (26%), and inability to self-feed (33%).
  • Inability to self-feed emerged as an independent risk factor for height growth retardation and underweight, irrespective of CP severity.

Impact:

  • Results underscore the need for focused nutritional and growth assessments in CP rehabilitation.
  • Particular attention is crucial for children with CP who are unable to self-feed.
  • Feeding difficulties significantly impair family quality of life in 15% of cases.
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