Prevalence of symptoms associated with respiratory illness in children and young people with cerebral palsy

This letter to the editor discusses the prevalence of symptoms associated with respiratory illness in children & young people with cerebral palsy.

Authors:
Blackmore AM, Bear N, Blair E, Gibson N, Jalla C, Langdon K, ... Wilson AC.

Authors notes:
Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology. 2016;58(7):780-1.

Keywords:
respiratory illness, children, cerebral palsy

Abstract:
Respiratory symptoms are common in children with cerebral palsy, especially those at Gross Motor Impairment Function Classification System level V. Respiratory symptoms at meals are also very prevalent. It is important to consider the risk of respiratory illness associated with pulmonary aspiration in these individuals.