Selective dorsal rhizotomy: neurosurgical treatment of cerebral palsy.
J Pediatr Nurs
; 5(2): 105-14, 1990 Apr.
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| ID: mdl-2324925
ABSTRACT
Cerebral palsy is a syndrome characterized by abnormal motor function, with spasticity being one of the most crippling manifestations. Selective dorsal rhizotomy, a neurosurgical procedure, has successfully decreased the degree of spasticity for the child with cerebral palsy. The utilization of this procedure may enable the child with cerebral palsy to demonstrate improved motor function, creating an exciting nursing challenge. This article describes dorsal rhizotomy and the nursing care involved. The protocol of treatment and care provided at Texas Children's Hospital is also described.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Ganglionectomia
/
Paralisia Cerebral
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
1990
Tipo de documento:
Article