Static Encephalopathies of Infancy and Childhood

The term static encephalopathy implies the presence of a widespread chronic, non-progressive lesion of the brain. Its causes are numerous, and the effects may be profound, with any combination of the functions of the brain being involved. Coverage here includes the cerebral palsies and mental retardation; some specific congenital mental retardation syndromes; congenital malformations; acquired causes; and neuromuscular disorders. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR