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Perceptual-motor functioning in children with phenylketonuria

E Koff, P Boyle, S M Pueschel

    American Journal of Diseases of Children (1960)
    |October 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    Children with treated phenylketonuria (PKU) may experience significant perceptual-motor deficits, impacting academic progress despite average intelligence. Dietary control quality correlates with these specific learning challenges.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Pediatrics
    • Developmental Psychology

    Background:

    • Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a metabolic disorder requiring dietary management.
    • Treated children with PKU are often considered at risk for perceptual-motor dysfunction.
    • Previous research suggests potential neurodevelopmental challenges in this population.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate perceptual-motor functioning in school-aged children with treated PKU and average intelligence.
    • To assess the relationship between dietary control and neurocognitive outcomes.
    • To identify potential academic interference despite normal overall intellectual functioning.

    Main Methods:

    • Administered the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) and the Bender Gestalt test.
    • Evaluated 19 school-aged children with treated PKU off diet for varying durations.
    • Assessed perceptual-motor performance and rated school functioning by teachers.

    Main Results:

    • Observed substantial impairment in perceptual-motor functioning using the Bender Gestalt test.
    • Found lower Performance IQ scores compared to Verbal IQ scores on the WISC.
    • Correlated the quality of dietary control with Bender Gestalt test performance.

    Conclusions:

    • Children with treated PKU may exhibit specific perceptual-motor deficits not apparent in overall intelligence.
    • These deficits can potentially interfere with academic progress.
    • Dietary adherence is a significant factor influencing perceptual-motor outcomes in treated PKU.

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