Cerebral Palsy: Diagnosis & Tests (CP)

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Cerebral Palsy

Alternate Names : CP

Cerebral Palsy | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

The diagnosis of cerebral palsy begins with a medical history and physical exam. The healthcare provider will look for signs of muscle problems related to nervous system injury. Delays in normal development will also be assessed. It may take time for the diagnosis to become clear. Some signs of CP may change over time. Some signs may appear after the diagnosis has been made.

The healthcare provider may order the following tests to rule out other disorders, or to look for the cause of the CP:

cranial CT scan

cranial MRI

EEG

ultrasound of the brain

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Author: John Wegmann, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/05/01

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