The predictive value of MRI scores for neurodevelopmental outcome in infants with neonatal encephalopathy

CONCLUSION: A more detailed scoring system had better predictive value for adverse outcome. GM injury graded on both scoring systems was an independent predictor of each outcome measure.IMPACT STATEMENTS: A more detailed MRI scoring system had a better predictive value for motor, cognitive and composite outcomes. While hypoxic-ischemic brain injuries in the deep grey matter and cerebellum were predictive of adverse outcome, white matter injury including cortical involvement was not associated with any of the outcome measures at 2 years of age. Structured MRI evaluation based on validated scores may aid future clinical research, as well as inform parents and caregivers to optimize care beyond the neonatal period.PMID:38637693 | DOI:10.1038/s41390-024-03189-1
Source: Pediatric Research - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Source Type: research