Use of consensus methods to determine the early clinical signs of cerebral palsy.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To develop expert-informed content regarding the early motor attributes of cerebral palsy (CP) that should prompt physician referral for diagnostic assessment of CP, as well as concurrent referral recommendations. This content will be used in the creation of knowledge translation (KT) tools for primary care practitioners and parents.

Methods

Two nominal group processes were conducted with relevant stakeholders, representing Canadian 'content experts' and 'knowledge-users', using an integrated KT approach.

Results

Six attributes were identified that should prompt referral for diagnosis. If the child demonstrates: Early handedness <12 months; stiffness or tightness in the legs between 6 and 12 months; persistent fisting of the hands >4 months; p

SUBMITTER: Boychuck Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7395325 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature