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[Intelligence level and structure in school age children with fetal growth restriction]

Jian Ma1, Hong-Wei Ma, Xiao-Bo Tian

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital, China Medical University, Shenyang 110004, China.

Zhongguo Dang Dai Er Ke Za Zhi = Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics
|October 24, 2009
PubMed

Insights

Children with fetal growth restriction (FGR) have normal overall intelligence but show structural imbalances. Performance IQ and specific cognitive functions are lower, suggesting right hemisphere involvement.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Pediatrics

Context:

  • Fetal growth restriction (FGR) impacts neurodevelopment.
  • Understanding cognitive profiles in FGR is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose:

  • To assess intelligence level and structure in school-aged children with FGR.
  • To identify specific cognitive deficits in FGR.

Summary:

  • Intelligence levels were evaluated using the Wechsler Children Scales of Intelligence (C-WISC) in 54 FGR children and 84 controls.
  • FGR children exhibited normal full-scale IQ but significantly lower performance IQ, particularly in picture arrangement and decipher subtests.
  • Cognitive deficits were noted in perception/organization and memory/attention factors compared to controls.

Impact:

  • Findings indicate normal overall intelligence in FGR children but highlight significant imbalances in cognitive structure.
  • Deficits in performance abilities linked to the right cerebral hemisphere suggest targeted interventions.
  • Early performance training from infancy is recommended for children with FGR to address cognitive disparities.
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