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Prevention and management of respiratory disease in young people with cerebral palsy: consensus statement

Noula Gibson1,2, Amanda M Blackmore2, Anne B Chang3

  • 1Physiotherapy, Perth Children's Hospital, Nedlands, WA, Australia.

Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology
|August 18, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Children with cerebral palsy (CP) face high risks of respiratory illness. This study provides the first consensus-based care recommendations for preventing and managing respiratory disease in this population.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Neurology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Respiratory illness is a primary cause of mortality in children with cerebral palsy (CP).
  • Existing knowledge on risk factors is insufficient for comprehensive clinical care guidelines.
  • There is a critical need for standardized recommendations for respiratory illness management in CP.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop the first consensus-based clinical care recommendations for the prevention and management of respiratory illness in children with CP.
  • To establish a framework for recognizing and addressing modifiable risk factors for respiratory disease.
  • To guide multidisciplinary care for individuals with CP experiencing respiratory issues.

Main Methods:

  • A modified Delphi method was employed, utilizing the RAND Corporation-University of California Los Angeles Appropriateness Method.
  • Over 200 multidisciplinary clinicians and researchers with expertise in CP and respiratory illness participated.
  • Consensus was reached on assessment, prevention, and treatment strategies.

Main Results:

  • The study generated the first comprehensive consensus statement on respiratory disease in CP.
  • Key recommendations emphasize early identification and regular assessment of respiratory risk factors.
  • The importance of proactive, multidisciplinary care and strong partnerships between care teams, patients, and families was highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Proactive, multidisciplinary care is essential for managing respiratory illness in children with CP.
  • Early identification and ongoing assessment of risk factors are crucial for effective prevention and treatment.
  • These recommendations provide a vital framework for clinicians caring for individuals with CP.

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