Pediatr Crit Care Me
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Pediatr Crit Care Me · Nov 2009
An explorative study on quality of life and psychological and cognitive function in pediatric survivors of septic shock.
To evaluate self-reported health-related quality of life, anxiety, depression, and cognitive function in pediatric septic shock survivors. ⋯ In this group of septic shock survivors, health-related quality of life, anxiety, and depression are equal to or slightly better than the age-related Dutch norm population. Cognitive function is decreased, especially in children admitted at younger ages. Follow-up studies with adequate neuropsychological testing are warranted to evaluate the association between septic shock, cognitive function, and risk factors for cognitive problems.