ArticleQatar medical journal2025
Nutritional status and growth pattern in children with cerebral palsy: A retrospective study from Qatar.
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Background: Children with cerebral palsy (CP) are at high risk of malnutrition due to feeding difficulties and motor impairments, which can further exacerbate their condition. Nutritional status plays a critical role in the growth and health outcomes of these children, yet limited data are available on this issue in Qatar. This study aimed to assess the nutritional status and growth patterns in children with CP attending a pediatric rehabilitation clinic in Qatar. Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted on 150 children with CP, aged 3 to 14 years, who were followed regularly at the Pediatric Rehabilitation Department, Qatar Rehabilitation Institute. Nutritional status was evaluated using anthropometric measurements (height, weight, and body mass index [BMI]) based on World Health Organization growth charts. Results: The prevalence of underweight children was 48.7% and 35.3% had an underweight BMI. Significant associations were found between BMI and nationality ( Conclusions: Undernutrition remains a major concern among children with CP in Qatar, particularly among those with short stature and low weight. Tailored nutritional interventions and regular monitoring are essential to improve growth outcomes and prevent malnutrition-related complications in this vulnerable population.
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