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Wu J, Yan B, Mutalifu N, Guan Q, Bai C, Li J, Luan X. Efficacy and influencing factors of cervical perivascular sympathectomy in children with cerebral palsy. Childs Nerv Syst 2024; 40:1137-1145. [PMID: 37870563 DOI: 10.1007/s00381-023-06191-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of research to determine the efficacy of cervical perivascular sympathectomy (CPVS) in children with cerebral palsy (CP). OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of CPVS in children with CP and analyze the associated influential factors. METHODS Using the method of retrospective cohort studies, children who underwent CPVS were included in the CPVS group, whereas those who underwent selective posterior rhizotomy (SPR) were included in the SPR group. The Communication Function Classification System (CFCS) and Teacher Drooling Scale (TDS) were used to evaluate the communication function and salivation in the two groups before and 12 months after surgery and compare the surgical efficiency between the two groups, and the factors affecting the efficacy were screened by binary logistic regression. RESULTS The study included 406 patients, 202 in the CPVS group and 204 in the SPR group. No significant differences were observed in the baseline characteristics (p > 0.05). The surgical efficacy of the CPVS group (47.01%) was significantly higher than that in the SPR group (9.81%) (χ2 = 71.08, p < 0.001). Binary logic regression analysis showed that preterm birth and Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) grade were influencing factors of surgical efficacy. Eighteen patients developed postoperative complications. CONCLUSION CPVS is a safe and effective surgery for cerebral palsy. Preterm birth and GMFCS grade are independent factors affecting the efficacy of surgery.
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- Junjie Wu
- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China
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- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China
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- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China
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- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China
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- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China
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- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China
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- Cerebral Palsy Center in Neurosurgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Nanhu North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830063, China.
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Caynes KD, Rose TA, Ware RS, Johnston LM. Speech and communication classification of children with cerebral palsy: Novice rater agreement and clinical utility. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2024:1-13. [PMID: 38379211 DOI: 10.1080/17549507.2023.2287991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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PURPOSE To examine novice inter-rater agreement and clinical utility perspectives for speech and communication classification of children with cerebral palsy (CP). METHOD Twenty-one clinicians (speech-language pathologists [SLPs] n = 11; physiotherapists [PTs] n = 5; occupational therapists [OTs] n = 5) novice to the Viking Speech Scale (VSS), Functional Communication Classification System (FCCS), and Communication Function Classification System (CFCS) rated eight unfamiliar children with CP (8-16 years) following classification orientation. Inter-rater agreement was examined between (a) novices, (b) novice SLPs vs. PTs and OTs, and (c) novice vs. expert (kappa statistics). Utility perceptions were scored regarding classification terminology, ease of use, assistive decision-making resources, and construct validity and were analysed using Kruskal-Wallis H-tests. RESULT Rating agreement between novices was substantial (VSS, k = 0.72, 95% CI [0.53-0.92]) to moderate (FCCS, k = 0.44, 95% CI [0.23-0.65]; CFCS, k = 0.45, 95% CI [0.18-0.71]), and almost perfect between novice and expert ratings (VSS, kw = 0.89, 95% CI [0.86-0.92]; FCCS, kw = 0.89, 95% CI [0.86-0.92]; CFCS, kw = 0.86, 95% CI [0.82-0.91]). Statistically significant differences, presented highest to lowest, were found for clinical utility: terminology (VSS, FCCS, CFCS; p = 0.02), assistive decision-making resources (FCCS, VSS, CFCS; p = 0.009), and construct validity (FCCS, CFCS, VSS; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Novice raters achieved substantial agreement for speech classification, supporting utilisation in clinical, research, and CP register activities. Orientation to communication classification constructs, content, and instructions is recommended for novice raters.
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- Katy D Caynes
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia and
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia and
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia and
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Seyhan-Biyik K, Esen-AydinlI F, Sel SA, Incebay Ö, Özcebe E, Kerem-Günel M, Anlar FB, Pennington L. Psychometric properties of the Viking Speech Scale-Turkish version for children with cerebral palsy aged 4-18 years based on live and video-based observation. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2023; 58:687-703. [PMID: 36426770 DOI: 10.1111/1460-6984.12810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Speech is the most common method of communication. Video-based clinical communication evaluation is a requirement for children with speech-language impairments living in rural areas, and those who have limited mobility. AIMS To determine the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Viking Speech Scale (VSS-T) via live and video-based observation for children with cerebral palsy (CP) aged 4-18 years. METHODS & PROCEDURES A total of 142 children (mean age 8.18 ± 3.98 years; 68 female) with CP were included in this study. Their motor, communication, visual and eating-drinking function levels and comorbidities (dental, swallowing, cognitive impairments and epilepsy) were recorded. The Intelligibility in Context Scale (ICS), the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory-Social Function (PEDI-SF), and the Functional Independence Measure for Children-Communication (WeeFIM-C) were assessed to examine the concurrent validity of the VSS-T. The interrater reliability of the VSS-T was analysed between parents, physical therapists, and speech and language therapists from live and video-based observation. Intra-rater reliability was calculated from ratings made from live and video-based observations taken 3 weeks apart. OUTCOMES & RESULTS The VSS-T was strongly related to the ICS (r = -0.830), PEDI-SF (r = -0.819), WeeFIM-C (r = -0.643), other functional classifications (r > 0.432), and the comorbidities (Cramer's V > 0.284, p < 0.001). Good to excellent interrater reliability (κw ≥ 0.838) and intra-rater reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) = 0.848-0.995) were found between parents and therapists. CONCLUSIONS & IMPLICATIONS Speech and language therapists, physical therapists, and parents can use the VSS-T as a valid and reliable classification system to describe speech intelligibility of 4-18-year-old children with CP. Both live and video-based observations can be used to administer the VSS-T. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS What is already known on the subject The English version of the VSS has been shown to be a valid and reliable tool used to classify the speech of children with CP aged 4-13 years. The scale can be administered by means of live observation of the child or based on clinicians' notes on the case by parents, SLTs, physiotherapists and paediatricians. What this paper adds to existing knowledge The VSS-T is valid and reliable for children with CP aged 4-18 years. Video-based observation is a suitable method for evaluating the VSS-T levels. The VSS-T has a moderate association with the CFCS. What are the potential or actual clinical implications of this work? The VSS-T is a valid and reliable method of categorizing the severity of motor speech impairment for Turkish children with CP in clinical research studies, registry systems or epidemiological studies. Both experienced and inexperienced therapists can use either live or video-based observation methods to administer the VSS-T. This study extended the validity and reliability of the scale in children with CP aged up to 18 years. The VSS-T is also associated with the Visual Functional Classification System (VFCS), which has been recently developed for describing the visual abilities of children with CP in daily life. In addition, the VSS-T is associated with the presence of dental, swallowing, cognitive problems and epilepsy.
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- Kübra Seyhan-Biyik
- Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Population Health Sciences, Institute Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Vaillant E, Oostrom KJ, Beckerman H, Vermeulen JR, Buizer AI, Geytenbeek JJM. Convergent validity of functional communication tools and spoken language comprehension assessment in children with cerebral palsy. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2022; 57:963-976. [PMID: 35637603 PMCID: PMC9796366 DOI: 10.1111/1460-6984.12732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND The majority of children with cerebral palsy (CP) experience challenges in functional communication from a young age. A pivotal aspect of functional communication is language comprehension. A variety of classification systems and questionnaires are available to classify and describe functional communication skills in children with CP. A better understanding of the convergent validity of (subsections of) these tools, as well as their relationship with spoken language comprehension, will be valuable in both clinical practice and research. AIMS To investigate the convergent validity of (subsections of) functional communication tools and the relationship with spoken language comprehension in children with CP. METHODS & PROCEDURES Cross-sectional data on 138 children were subdivided into three developmental stages based on (Dutch) educational phases: ages 18 months-3;11y (n = 59), 4;0-5;11 years (n = 37) and 6;0-8;11 years (n = 42). The following functional communication tools were used to classify and describe functional communication: Communication Function Classification System (CFCS), subscales of the Caregivers Priorities and Child Health Index of Life with Disabilities-Dutch Version (CPCHILD-DV) and the Focus on Communication Under Six-34 (FOCUS-34) questionnaire. Spoken language comprehension was assessed with the Computer-Based instrument for Low motor Language Testing (C-BiLLT). Correlations between the functional communication tools, and with the C-BiLLT, were calculated using Pearson's and Spearman's correlation coefficients. It was hypothesized a priori that correlations of at least 0.60 suggest good convergent validity. OUTCOMES & RESULTS At all developmental stages, a significant ordered decreasing tendency of communication outcomes was found across CFCS levels; lower CFCS levels were associated with lower scores on the CPCHILD-DV and FOCUS-34, and with a lower level of spoken language comprehension (C-BiLLT). Correlation coefficients of the functional communication tools exceeded 0.60 at all developmental stages. Correlations between C-BiLLT raw scores and the functional communication tools varied between 0.351 and 0.591 at developmental stage 18 months-3;11 years, between 0.781 and 0.897 at developmental stage 4;0-5;11 years, and between 0.635 and 0.659 at developmental stage 6;0-8;11 years. CONCLUSIONS & IMPLICATIONS The functional communication tools assessed in this study showed convergent validity at all developmental stages. The CFCS, currently most widely used in paediatric rehabilitation, is adequate in the classification of functional communication. However, for more detailed clinical goal setting and evaluation of change in functional communication, the additional use of FOCUS-34 or CPCHILD-DV is recommended. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS What is already known on the subject A range of functional communication tools are available that help describe and classify functional communication in children with CP. These include the CFCS, subsections of CPCHILD-DV and FOCUS-34. The CFCS classifies functional communication in daily life with familiar and unfamiliar partners. Specific subsections of the CPCHILD-DV and FOCUS-34 include items that pertain to communicative participation. The innovative C-BiLLT provides a standardized method to assess spoken language comprehension in children with CP and significant motor impairments. What this paper adds to existing knowledge In the present study, convergent validity was confirmed between CFCS and specific subsections of the CPCHILD-DV and FOCUS-34. Correlations between these functional communication tools and the C-BiLLT were moderate to strong. What are the potential or actual clinical implications of this work? For clinical and research purposes (for instance, accurate prescription of augmentative and alternative communication-AAC), healthcare and educational professionals together with parents need to know how functional communication tools converge and how functional communication levels relate to the comprehension of spoken language. The CFCS provides a valid classification of functional communication abilities in children with CP. However, to measure change in functional communication and to evaluate treatment outcomes, use of additional functional communication tools such as the CPCHILD-DV and FOCUS-34 is recommended. When discrepancies are found between communicative abilities and spoken language comprehension, it is strongly recommended that valid tools are used in a more detailed examination of the child's spoken language comprehension skills and functional communication.
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- Emma Vaillant
- Amsterdam UMCVrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Rehabilitation MedicineCP Expertise CenterAmsterdam Movement SciencesDe Boelelaan 1117Amsterdamthe Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Emma Children's HospitalDepartment of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychosocial CareAmsterdam Reproduction and Development, Meibergdreef 9Amsterdamthe Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMCVrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Rehabilitation MedicineCP Expertise CenterAmsterdam Movement SciencesDe Boelelaan 1117Amsterdamthe Netherlands
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- Maastricht UMC+Department of NeurologySchool of Mental Health and Neuro ScienceMaastrichtthe Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMCVrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Rehabilitation MedicineCP Expertise CenterAmsterdam Movement SciencesDe Boelelaan 1117Amsterdamthe Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMCVrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Rehabilitation MedicineCP Expertise CenterAmsterdam Movement SciencesDe Boelelaan 1117Amsterdamthe Netherlands
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Ward R, Hennessey N, Barty E, Elliott C, Valentine J, Cantle Moore R. Clinical utilisation of the Infant Monitor of vocal Production (IMP) for early identification of communication impairment in young infants at-risk of cerebral palsy: a prospective cohort study. Dev Neurorehabil 2022; 25:101-114. [PMID: 34241555 DOI: 10.1080/17518423.2021.1942280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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AIM To report prospective longitudinal data of early vocaliszations of infants identified "at-risk" of cerebral palsy (CP) for early identification of communication impairment. METHOD This case-control longitudinal prospective cohort study reports on the assessment of 36 infants, 18 identified as at-risk of CP at the time of enrolment and 18 typically developing (TD) children, at three time points: 6 months, 9 months and 12 months of age, Data were obtained through criterion and norm referenced assessments of vocaliszation behaviors. RESULTS Early vocal behaviors of infants identified as at-risk of CP did not differ from their age matched peers at 6 months of age, however, significant group differences emerged at 9 and 12 months when pre-canonical and canonical babble typically emerge. Generalized linear mixed models analysis showed that the rate of development of early language ability and more complex speech-related vocal behaviors was slower for infants at risk of CP when compared to TD infants, with over 75% of infants with CP showing below normal vocal production and impaired language by 12 months of age. INTERPRETATION Our data suggest characteristics of infant vocalizations associated with pre-canonical and canonical babbling provide a strong evidence base for predicting communication outcomes in infants at risk of CP.
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- R Ward
- Kids Rehab, Perth Children's, Hospital, Perth, Australia.,School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Australia.,Institute of Health Research, University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- Kids Rehab, Perth Children's, Hospital, Perth, Australia
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- Kids Rehab, Perth Children's, Hospital, Perth, Australia.,School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Australia.,Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Australia
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- Kids Rehab, Perth Children's, Hospital, Perth, Australia
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- NextSense Institute/Macquarie University, Sydney, New South Wales
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Hu J, Zhang J, Yang Y, Liang T, Huang T, He C, Wang F, Liu H, Zhang T. Prediction of Communication Impairment in Children With Bilateral Cerebral Palsy Using Multivariate Lesion- and Connectome-Based Approaches: Protocol for a Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study. Front Hum Neurosci 2022; 16:788037. [PMID: 35173593 PMCID: PMC8841608 DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2022.788037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Bilateral cerebral palsy (BCP) is the most common type of CP in children and is often accompanied by different degrees of communication impairment. Several studies have attempted to identify children at high risk for communication impairment. However, most prediction factors are qualitative and subjective and may be influenced by rater bias. Individualized objective diagnostic and/or prediction methods are still lacking, and an effective method is urgently needed to guide clinical diagnosis and treatment. The aim of this study is to develop and validate an objective, individual-based model for the prediction of communication impairment in children with BCP by the time they enter school. METHODS A multicenter prospective cohort study will be conducted in four Chinese hospitals. A total of 178 children with BCP will undergo advanced brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at baseline (corrected age, before the age of 2 years). At school entry, communication performance will be assessed by a communication function classification system (CFCS). Three-quarters of children with BCP will be allocated as a training cohort, whereas the remaining children will be allocated as a test cohort. Multivariate lesion- and connectome-based approaches, which have shown good predictive ability of language performance in stroke patients, will be applied to extract features from MR images for each child with BCP. Multiple machine learning models using extracted features to predict communication impairment for each child with BCP will be constructed using data from the training cohort and externally validated using data from the test cohort. Prediction accuracy across models in the test cohort will be statistically compared. DISCUSSION The findings of the study may lead to the development of several translational tools that can individually predict communication impairment in children newly diagnosed with BCP to ensure that these children receive early, targeted therapeutic intervention before they begin school. TRIAL REGISTRATION The study has been registered with the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR2100049497).
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- Jie Hu
- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Center of Guizhou Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Center of Guizhou Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Center of Guizhou Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of TCM, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Chongqing University Central Hospital, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Center of Guizhou Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Center of Guizhou Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Imaging Center of Guizhou Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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Koopmans C, Sakash A, Soriano J, Long HL, Hustad KC. Functional Communication Abilities in Youth With Cerebral Palsy: Association With Impairment Profiles and School-Based Therapy Goals. Lang Speech Hear Serv Sch 2021; 53:88-103. [PMID: 34767477 DOI: 10.1044/2021_lshss-21-00064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between functional communication skills, underlying speech, language, and cognitive impairments and school-based speech pathology services in students with cerebral palsy (CP). METHOD Thirty-five participants with CP who had Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) were classified according to the Communication Function Classification System (CFCS). Participants completed laboratory assessments of speech, receptive language, executive functioning, and nonverbal cognition. Each participant's speech and language IEP goals were coded into treatment units and then categorized into seven, mutually exclusive target goal areas. Nonparametric analyses were employed to examine differences among CFCS groups in the number of deficit areas and the number of goal areas from the IEP. Descriptive analyses were used to evaluate the extent to which deficit and goal areas in the IEP co-occurred by CFCS level. RESULTS Those in more involved CFCS levels demonstrated more severe speech, receptive language, and cognitive impairments. However, there were no significant differences in the number of deficit areas across CFCS groups. Regardless of CFCS level, there were no differences in the number of treatment goals specified in the IEP. Literacy was the only goal area addressed across all CFCS levels. Those in the most involved CFCS levels had augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) goals, but those with more moderate restrictions in functional communication who also had markedly reduced speech intelligibility did not typically have speech or AAC goals. INTERPRETATION Individuals with CP across CFCS levels demonstrate variability in underlying deficit profiles, suggesting that measures of both functional communication and of underlying deficits are necessary to provide a complete picture of communication needs. Literacy goals were common across all CFCS levels, but AAC goals were limited to the most severely involved individuals, suggesting that continuing education may be necessary to support speech-language pathologists in developing treatments involving the integration of AAC and speech to foster functional communication at school. Supplemental Material https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.16968073.
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- Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison.,Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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- Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison.,Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Caynes K, Rose TA, Burmester D, Ware RS, Johnston LM. Reproducibility and validity of the Functional Communication Classification System for young children with cerebral palsy. Dev Med Child Neurol 2021; 63:866-873. [PMID: 33638178 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.14844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM To examine interrater agreement and validity of the Functional Communication Classification System (FCCS) for young children with cerebral palsy (CP) aged 2 or 3 years. METHOD Speech-language pathologist (SLP) and parent FCCS ratings for 31 children with CP (aged 2y, n=16; aged 3y, n=15; 18 males, 13 females) were examined for interrater agreement using a weighted Cohen's kappa statistic. Relationships between FCCS (SLP) ratings and: (1) concurrent validity with the Language Use Inventory, a standardized pragmatic assessment for children aged 18 to 47 months, (2) gross motor and fine motor function, (3) associated impairments (visual and intellectual), and (4) primary expressive communication mode were examined using Spearman's correlation coefficients. RESULTS Almost perfect interrater agreement between SLP and parent FCCS ratings were found (kw =0.94). Correlations with FCCS (SLP) were excellent for pragmatic function (rs =-0.83, p<0.001), intellectual function (rs =0.89, p<0.001), and primary expressive communication mode (rs =0.92, p<0.001). Correlations were good for gross motor function (rs =0.72, p<0.001) and visual impairment (rs =0.70, p<0.001) and fair for fine motor function (rs =0.53, p<0.002). Analysis was unwarranted for epilepsy (n=1 out of 31) and hearing-associated impairments (n=0 out of 31). INTERPRETATION The FCCS has excellent interrater agreement and validity for communication classification of children with CP aged 2 or 3 years and is highly suitable for surveillance and research purposes. What this paper adds The Functional Communication Classification System (FCCS) is a valid instrument for children with cerebral palsy (CP) aged 2 or 3 years. Excellent agreement exists between speech-language pathologist and parent FCCS ratings. The FCCS has excellent correlation with intelligence, pragmatic function, and primary expressive mode. Stronger correlations with the Gross Motor Function Classification System and vision exist for children aged 2 or 3 years. Weaker correlations with manual ability exist when compared to older children with CP.
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- Katy Caynes
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Griffith University, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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Riquelme I, Sabater-Gárriz Á, Montoya P. Pain and Communication in Children with Cerebral Palsy: Influence on Parents' Perception of Family Impact and Healthcare Satisfaction. CHILDREN-BASEL 2021; 8:children8020087. [PMID: 33513751 PMCID: PMC7912482 DOI: 10.3390/children8020087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2020] [Revised: 01/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Cerebral palsy (CP) is an impacting chronic condition. Concomitant comorbidities such as pain and speech inability may further affect parents’ perception of the pathology impact in the family quality of life and the provided care. The objective of this cross-sectional descriptive correlational study was to compare parental reports on family impact and healthcare satisfaction in children with CP with and without chronic pain and with and without speech ability. Parents of 59 children with CP (age range = 4–18 years) completed several questions about pain and speech ability and two modules of the Pediatric Quality of Life Measurement Model: The PedsQLTM 2.0 Family Impact Module and the PedsQLTM Healthcare Satisfaction Generic Module. Our findings revealed that children’s pain slightly impacted family physical health, social health and worry. In children without pain, speech inability increased the perceived health impact. Parents’ healthcare satisfaction was barely affected by pain or speech inability, both increasing parents’ satisfaction in the professional technical skills and inclusion of family domains on the care plan. In conclusion, pain and speech inability in children with CP can impact family health but not healthcare satisfaction. Regular assessment and intervention in family health is essential for the design of family-centred programs for children with CP.
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- Inmaculada Riquelme
- Research Institute of Health Sciences (IUNICS-IdISBa), University of the Balearic Islands, 07122 Palma, Spain; (Á.S.-G.); (P.M.)
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of the Balearic Islands, 07122 Palma, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-971-171-310; Fax: +34-971-172-309
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- Research Institute of Health Sciences (IUNICS-IdISBa), University of the Balearic Islands, 07122 Palma, Spain; (Á.S.-G.); (P.M.)
- Department of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of the Balearic Islands, 07122 Palma, Spain
- Fundación Aspace Baleares, Ctra. Vieja de Bunyola, Km 8.2, 07141 Marratxí, Spain
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- Research Institute of Health Sciences (IUNICS-IdISBa), University of the Balearic Islands, 07122 Palma, Spain; (Á.S.-G.); (P.M.)
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Hidecker MJC. The importance of communication classifications in cerebral palsy registers. Dev Med Child Neurol 2020; 62:888. [PMID: 32484918 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.14571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2020] [Accepted: 04/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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