The effect of hypoglycemic seizures on cognitive function in children with diabetes: A 7-year prospective study - 08/09/11
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Sixteen children with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus were evaluated at diagnosis and after 1, 3, and 7 years. They showed significant declines in verbal but not visuospatial abilities, particularly if they had any seizures from hypoglycemia. At the 7-year assessment those with hypoglycemic seizures showed deficits on perceptual, motor, memory, and attention tasks. (J Pediatr 1999;134:503-6)
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Funding was provided through operating grants from the Canadian Diabetes Association, Johnson and Johnson for glucometer supplies, and Eli Lilly Canada for travel support. |
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Reprint requests: Joanne F. Rovet, PhD, Department of Psychology, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G1X8. |
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Vol 134 - N° 4
P. 503-506 - avril 1999 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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