How anesthesia and surgery affect brain development in children ages 12-15
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This study examines how general anesthesia and surgery might affect the development of white matter (the brain's communication cables) in children aged 12 to 15. It aims to see if surgical exposure leads to any changes in brain structure or behavior.
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Who can take part
- Child must be between 12 and 15 years old.
- No serious medical conditions at the time of surgery (like infections or systemic diseases).
- No history of brain disorders or abnormal brain development.
- No genetic or chromosomal disorders.
- No diagnosis of autism, ADHD, or past behavioral therapy.
- No prior heart or brain surgery, or unstable blood pressure during surgery.
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