A Mixed-Methods Study of Practice Variation in Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy: A Study by the Cerebral Palsy Research Network (CPRN)

Selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) is an established procedure for the treatment of spasticity associated with cerebral palsy (CP). With the indications for the procedure expanding, we aimed to investigate provider perception about SDR candidates against the characteristics of those undergoing SDR in the CP Research Network (CPRN) registry. Methods: This was a mixed methods study. Descriptive data on 2486 individuals in the CPRN registry is reported, and results of semi-structured interviews with 41 providers about the effect of age, GMFCS level, and dystonia on consideration for SDR.
Source: Pediatric Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research