Neurocognitive implications of congenital heart diseases in adolescents
Journal Title: Acta Neuropsychologica - Year 2011, Vol 9, Issue 4
Abstract
The study of neurocognitive functions in the context of congenital heart disease (CHD) is a field of recognized importance, due to its implications for the psychoeducational development of young people. The goal of our study was to characterize the neurocognitive functioning of adolescents with several types of CHD.Our sample comprised 49 subjects ranging in age from 13 to 18 years, organized in two groups: a control group (CG, n= 17) and a group with congenital heart disease (CHD, n=32). Selected neuropsychological tests were administered to both groups, covering a wide range of neurocognitive functions, such as short term memory (verbal and visuoconstructive), working memory, processing speed, attention (divided and selective), and planning.Our results revealed significant differences between the two groups, favoring the CG, on every test except for a logical memory task. No differences were found between the different types of CHD. These results are highly suggestive of the need to implement neuropsychological rehabilitation programs directed to this population, in order to minimize cognitive and school-related consequences.
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Maria Magalhães Pereira, José Areias, Eduardo Dias da Silva, Bruno Peixoto
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