Cerebral palsy
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Synopsis

CP is a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder with diverse etiologies. It is typically classified into 4 main types:
- Spastic CP – This type is further subdivided into diplegic, hemiplegic, and quadriplegic depending on the distribution of motor abnormalities.
- Dyskinetic CP – This includes dystonia and choreoathetosis.
- Ataxic CP
- Mixed CP – Dyskinetic and spastic elements are both present.
Codes
ICD10CM:G80.9 – Cerebral palsy, unspecified
SNOMEDCT:
128188000 – Cerebral Palsy
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Differential Diagnosis & Pitfalls
- Metabolic disorders
- Genetic disorders
- Movement disorders
- Congenital myopathies
- Spinal cord disorders (eg, tethered cord)
- Other structural brain abnormalities
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Last Reviewed:07/07/2018
Last Updated:10/09/2022
Last Updated:10/09/2022