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Enhancing the Development and Growth of Infant Cerebral Palsy Rats Using Selective Spinal Manipulations
Published on: February 2, 2024
[Digestive and nutritional problems of children with cerebral palsy]
Thea Von Graffenried1, Gaelle Gay2, Nicoletta Bianchi2
1Unité de gastroentérologie, hépatologie et nutrition pédiatrique, Service de pédiatrie, Département femme-mère-enfant, Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois et Université de Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne.
Abstract:
Digestive and nutritional problems of children with cerebral palsy put them at risk of malnutrition. Identification of these problems through measurements of weight, height, and body composition is essential. Feeding difficulties may be caused by a combination of oral and digestive problems, such as swallowing difficulties, gastroesophageal reflux, and constipation. If oral feeding is difficult or unsafe, a nasogastric tube or gastrostomy may be necessary. Once the feeding regimen has been established, energy needs must be assessed on an individual basis. This nutritional management involves a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals, the child, and the family.
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