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Selected rare paediatric communication neurological disorders

Blanka Klimova1, Martin Valis1, Jakub Hort2,3

  • 1University Hospital Hradec Kralove, Department of Neurology, Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic.

Journal of Applied Biomedicine
|December 15, 2021
PubMed

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This review examines rare neurological disorders affecting children's communication. Early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are key for managing conditions like Landau-Kleffner syndrome and childhood apraxia of speech.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics
  • Speech-Language Pathology

Background:

  • Rare neurological disorders frequently manifest as communication difficulties in children.
  • Understanding these complex conditions is crucial for timely intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review rare neurological disorders impacting pediatric communication.
  • To explore clinical studies on common rare childhood communication disorders.
  • To provide recommendations for medical therapies and management.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review of research studies was conducted.
  • Clinical studies on prevalent rare pediatric communication neurological disorders were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Intervention strategies show promise for improving speech and language in Landau-Kleffner syndrome and childhood apraxia of speech.
  • Randomized controlled trials are essential for advancing early diagnosis and treatment.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is recommended for accurate diagnosis and holistic management.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of rare pediatric communication disorders requires early diagnosis and intervention.
  • Further research, particularly randomized controlled trials, is needed to optimize treatment strategies.
  • A collaborative, multidisciplinary approach is vital for comprehensive care.

Keywords:
Childhood apraxia of speechCommunicationLandau-Kleffner syndromeLanguageNeurological disordersTreatment

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