%0 Journal Article
%T Neurological outcome in children and youth with acquired brain injury 2-year post-injury
%J Developmental neurorehabilitation
%D 2018
%A Lambregts, Suzanne A. M.
%A van Markus-Doornbosch, Frederike
%A Catsman-Berrevoets, Coriene E.
%A Berger, Monique A. M.
%A de Kloet, Arend J.
%A Hilberink, Sander R.
%A Roebroeck, Marij E.
%V 21
%N 7
%P 465-474
%X OBJECTIVE: To determine neurological outcome in children and youth with acquired brain injury (ABI) and explore associated factors. <br><br>DESIGN: Cross-sectional study, two-years post-injury. PATIENTS: Hospital-based sample (n=112) aged 6-22 years. <br><br>METHODS: Neurological outcome and participation were assessed with a multidimensional neurological examination and the Child and Adolescent Scale of Participation. Logistic regression analyses were used to explore the relationships. <br><br>RESULTS: Both sensorimotor and cognitive deficits were found in 30-31%, language deficits and behavioural deficits in 10-17%. Non-traumatic injury had a negative impact on neurological outcome, specifically regarding sensorimotor and language deficits. Lower education level showed a significantly poorer neurological outcome. High levels of age-expected participation were reported, with a significant relation between deficits and participation restrictions, especially at school. <br><br>CONCLUSION: One out of three have a poor neurological outcome, related to type of injury and lower level of education. The amount of deficits is associated with participation restrictions.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Informa - Taylor and Francis Group
%@ 1751-8423
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17518423.2018.1460770