Dystonic cerebral palsy is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that results from early brain injury, mainly affecting motor functions and muscle tone. The newly born experienced seizures and apnea directly after birth. Imaging was done and it confirmed hypoxic brain injury. Management involved multiple hospitalizations for respiratory, gastrointestinal, and febrile illnesses. Additionally, placing and replacing the gastrostomy tubes was done surgically. A multidisciplinary recovery program included physiotherapy focused on postural and motor skills. Even while going through challenges the patient showed gradual improvements in nutritional status and motor functions after surgery and physiotherapy. This case focuses on the complexity involved in managing dystonic cerebral palsy. It also draws attention to the emerging therapies for CP management, like deep brain stimulation and stem cell procedures. From this case, we deeply emphasize a personalized approach for CP management. This approach must include medical, nutritional and neurodevelopmental care for optical patient outcome.
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