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Are premature babies at greater risk for cerebral palsy?

April 26, 2017babies cerebral palsy greater premature risk

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Are premature babies at greater risk for cerebral palsy?

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Babies born prematurely are at a higher risk for cerebral palsy. Modern medical techniques save a higher percentage of premature babies, but these babies are more prone to developing disabilities than full term babies are. Babies with a low birthweight are also more at risk for cerebral palsy, even if they are full-term.