Cerebral palsy trends in Australia (1995-2009): a population-based observational study.

Claire GaleaSarah McintyreHayley Smithers-Sheedy Susan M ReidCatherine GibsonMichael DelacyLinda WatsonShona GoldsmithNadia BadawiEve Blairnull null

Published in: Developmental medicine and child neurology (2018)

Birth prevalence of cerebral palsy (CP) differed but declined across Australian states (1995-2009). Australian CP birth prevalence declined significantly amongst children born before 28 weeks and those born at or after 37 weeks. The percentage of children with moderate to severe disability decreased.

Keyphrases

cerebral palsy
gestational age
preterm birth
risk factors
young adults
low birth weight
multiple sclerosis
high intensity