Longitudinal cohort protocol study of oropharyngeal dysphagia: Relationships to gross motor attainment, growth and nutritional status in preschool children with cerebral palsy

Introduction: The prevalence of oropharyngeal dysphagia (OPD) in children with cerebral palsy (CP) is estimated to be between 19% and 99%. OPD can impact on children's growth, nutrition and overall health. Despite the growing recognition of the extent and significance of health issues relating...

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Main Authors: Benfer, K., Weir, K., Bell, K., Ware, R., Davies, P., Boyd, Roslyn
Format: Journal Article
Published: 2012
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/24227