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Long-Term Prognosis

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In children with cerebral palsy (CP) prognosis regarding unaided walking, need for walking aids or wheelchair is possible already at the age of 3 years. Gross motor function decreases in many adolescents and adults with CP due to pain, contractures, weight gain or burnout syndrome.

Chronic diseases and behavioural and emotional problems are more prevalent in adults with CP as compared to those without. Secondary musculoskeletal problems occur frequently. Especially pain becomes an important topic.

More than 90% of children with CP survive into adulthood. Life expectancy depends on GMFCS level and swallowing problems.

Transition from child- and family-centred services into those for adults remains a difficult topic, especially for severely handicapped individuals. Health and social services are used less often by adults with CP.

Health-related quality of life remains rather stable over the years; lower scores are found in severely affected persons. Participation strongly relates to the intellectual and social capacities of the individuals and may increase with improvements in rehabilitation technique, domestic assistance and legislation.

Happiness in life in individuals with CP is promoted by acceptance, trust placed in themselves by others and by means of confidence by themselves.

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Bode, H. (2018). Long-Term Prognosis. In: Panteliadis, C. (eds) Cerebral Palsy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-67858-0_32

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