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Amayra I, Ruiz de Lazcano A, Salgueiro M, Anguiano S, Ureña M, Martínez O. Memory in Spina Bifida, from Childhood to Adulthood: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2024; 13:5273. [PMID: 39274485 PMCID: PMC11396768 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13175273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2024] [Revised: 08/28/2024] [Accepted: 09/03/2024] [Indexed: 09/16/2024] Open
Abstract
Background: Spina bifida (SB) is a rare congenital disease characterized by not only physical but also neuropsychological disturbances. Among these neuropsychological impairments, memory deficits are a significant concern, as they substantially hinder aspects of crucial importance in the lives of individuals with SB such as medical needs or daily life activities. The main objective is to conduct a systematic review of the current evidence on the memory deficits in the SB population, including children, adolescents, and adults. Methods: Four databases (PubMed, SCOPUS, Web of Science, and ProQuest) were systematically screened for eligible studies. Results: The present review reveals cognitive difficulties in different memory types among individuals with SB. These deficits, identified in childhood, seem to persist into adulthood. Specifically, impairments are evident in short-term memory, working memory, and long-term memory. The neuropsychological instruments applied in the studies that were included in this systematic review vary, however, most reach the same conclusions. Conclusions: The present findings underscore the importance of incorporating cognitive assessments, particularly those focused on the memory domain, into routine childhood evaluations for individuals with SB. Early identification of these cognitive difficulties allows for the timely implementation of cognitive interventions that could leverage the inherent plasticity of the developing brain, and prevent or delay the onset of these deficits in later adulthood for people with SB, ultimately improving their functionality and quality of life.
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- Imanol Amayra
- Neuro-E-Motion Research Team, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Deusto, 48007 Bilbao, Spain
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- Neuro-E-Motion Research Team, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Deusto, 48007 Bilbao, Spain
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology and Research Methodology, Faculty of Psychology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, 20018 Donostia, Spain
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- Neuro-E-Motion Research Team, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Deusto, 48007 Bilbao, Spain
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- Neuro-E-Motion Research Team, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Deusto, 48007 Bilbao, Spain
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Martín-Pozuelo N, Carballo-Costa L, Solís-García M, Giancola M, Piccardi L, De las Cuevas-Terán I, Robles-García V. Measuring spatial navigation during locomotion in children: A systematic review. Heliyon 2024; 10:e33817. [PMID: 39050448 PMCID: PMC11268208 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e33817] [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: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 06/08/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
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Spatial navigation allows us to move around our environment, walking being the most advanced form of human locomotion. Over the years, a range of tools has been developed to study spatial navigation in children. Aim. To describe the role of locomotion during the assessment of spatial navigation in children, providing an overview of the instruments available for assessing spatial navigation in typically developing children and those with neurodevelopmental disorders. Methods and Procedures. A systematic search was performed in six electronic databases between December 2022 and February 2023, then updated in July 2023. Cross-sectional and observational studies were included. Outcomes and results. Of the 3,385 studies screened, 47 were selected for this review. Five studies described the influence of locomotion on spatial navigation, and seven studies included locomotion as an explanatory variable in this area. Most studies focused on children from five to twelve years old, whereas only nine were centred on infants and preschoolers. Just eight assessed spatial abilities in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Conclusions and implications. Children with or at risk of neurodevelopmental impairments show poorer spatial navigation skills. Having the choice to actively explore the space is more important than the way they locomote. It is necessary to have tools to assess spatial navigation during locomotion early in infancy.
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- Nuria Martín-Pozuelo
- Neuroscience and Motor Control Group, Department of Physical Therapy, Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Universidade da Coruña and Biomedical Institute of A Coruña (INIBIC). Lugar das Xubias, 15006, A Coruña, Spain
- Deusto Physical TherapIker, Physical Therapy Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Deusto, 48007, Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain
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- Sychosocial Intervention and Functional Rehabilitation Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Department of Physical Therapy, Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Universidade da Coruña. Lugar das Xubias, 15006, A Coruña, Spain
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- Deusto Physical TherapIker, Physical Therapy Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Deusto, 48007, Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain
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- Department of Biotechnological and Applied Clinical Sciences, University of L'Aquila, P.le S. Tommasi, 1, 67010, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Via dei Marsi, 78, 00185, Rome, Italy
- San Raffaele Cassino Hospital, Via Gaetano di Biasio, 228, 03043 Cassino (FR), Italy
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- Neonatal Unit, Valdecilla University Hospital - Health Research Institute IDIVAL and Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences at University of Cantabria, Avenida de Valdecilla, 39008, Santander, Spain
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- Neuroscience and Motor Control Group, Department of Physical Therapy, Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Universidade da Coruña and Biomedical Institute of A Coruña (INIBIC). Lugar das Xubias, 15006, A Coruña, Spain
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“Where am I?” A snapshot of the developmental topographical disorientation among young Italian adults. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0271334. [PMID: 35857777 PMCID: PMC9299294 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0271334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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In the last decade, several cases affected by Developmental Topographical Disorientation (DTD) have been described. DTD consists of a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting the ability to orient in the environment despite well-preserved cognitive functions, and in the absence of a brain lesion or other neurological or psychiatric conditions. Described cases showed different impairments in navigational skills ranging from topographic memory deficits to landmark agnosia. All cases lacked a mental representation of the environment that would allow them to use high-order spatial orientation strategies. In addition to the single case studies, a group study performed in Canada showed that the disorder is more widespread than imagined. The present work intends to investigate the occurrence of the disorder in 1,698 young Italian participants. The sample is deliberately composed of individuals aged between 18 and 35 years to exclude people who could manifest the loss of the ability to navigate as a result of an onset of cognitive decline. The sample was collected between 2016 and 2019 using the Qualtrics platform, by which the Familiarity and Spatial Cognitive Style Scale and anamnestic interview were administered. The data showed that the disorder is present in 3% of the sample and that the sense of direction is closely related to town knowledge, navigational strategies adopted, and gender. In general, males use more complex navigational strategies than females, although DTD is more prevalent in males than in females, in line with the already described cases. Finally, the paper discusses which protective factors can reduce DTD onset and which intervention measures should be implemented to prevent the spread of navigational disorders, which severely impact individuals’ autonomy and social relationships.
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