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    Christos P. Panteliadis, editor.
    Summary: This third edition systematically reviews recent developments in the diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of cerebral palsy, a consequence of foetal and early infant brain damage resulting in lifelong disabilities with a range of clinical characteristics. The first part discusses the definition, aetiology, classification, imaging and neuropathology, while the second focuses on the management of the individual challenges that children with cerebral palsy face, such as spasticity, dyskinesia, feeding problems and scoliosis. Based on the diverse characteristics of cerebral palsy, children require care from various specialists, including neuro-paediatricians, orthopaedists, psychologists, epidemiologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. This work was written by an international team of such specialists, providing a comprehensive mix of perspectives and expertise.

    Contents:
    Cerebral palsy: a historical review
    Definition
    Epidemiology
    Neuropathology
    Aetiological factors
    Intrauterine infection
    Magnesium sulphate for prevention
    Early markers
    Clinical characteristics
    Early diagnosis
    Brain Imaging
    Ultrasonography
    Positrons-Emission-Tomography
    Physiotherapy
    Occupational therapy
    Pathophysiology of muscle
    Orthpaedic management
    Early developmental intervention
    Hip luxation
    Scoliosis
    Bone status
    Oral medication
    Management with Botulinum Neurotoxin A
    Intrathecal Baclofen
    Rhizotomy
    Comorbidities.- Epilepsies
    Visual impairment
    Gastrointestinal problems
    Long-term prognosis
    Quality of life
    Psychosocial problems.
    Digital Access Springer 2018