Polypharmacy among adolescents and adults with cerebral palsy in a clinical setting

Key Points

• The research aims to explore the extent of polypharmacy in adolescents and adults with cerebral palsy within clinical settings.
• Analysis of medical records from patients with cerebral palsy
• Assessment of medication types and quantities prescribed
• Observation of medication management practices
• High rates of polypharmacy observed among the population studied
• Diverse medications prescribed for managing various symptoms
• Potential implications for medication safety and health outcomes