Neuroimaging patterns of anatomical features in pediatric cerebral palsy patients at Ayder hospital, Mekelle, Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neuroradiological studies have greatly improved the knowledge and diagnoses of cerebral palsy with its underlying pathology, types and accompanying changes in brain morphology. However, there is no published study on cerebral palsy neuroimaging patterns in Ethiopia.

Methods

Retrospective chart and neuroimaging reviews were conducted among pediatric patients, who attended Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital between January 2016 and August 2019, fulfilling the study criteria. The magnetic resonance images and computed tomography scans reviewed by a neuroradiologist and/or pediatric neurologist were included. Data was collected using a structured checklist and analyzed using SPSS statistical software version 22. Results were represented using tables, graphs and

SUBMITTER: Ekanem PE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7641380 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature