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The role of functional dorsal rhizotomy for the treatment of children with spastic cerebral palsy.

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Functional dorsal rhizotomy is now a frequently used procedure in the treatment of spastic cerebral palsy. Appropriate candidate selection is imperative for good results to be achieved. The pathophysiology of spasticity and candidate selection criteria are discussed.

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Functional dorsal rhizotomy is now a frequently used procedure in the treatment of spastic cerebral palsy. Appropriate candidate selection is imperative for good results to be achieved. The pathophysiology of spasticity and candidate selection criteria are discussed.

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Functional dorsal rhizotomy is now a frequently used procedure in the treatment of spastic cerebral palsy. Appropriate candidate selection is imperative for good results to be achieved. The pathophysiology of spasticity and candidate selection criteria are discussed.

Key concepts: Rhizotomy, Spasticity, Cerebral palsy, Dorsum, Medicine, Spastic, Spastic cerebral palsy, Physical medicine and rehabilitation

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