Periventricular Leukomalacia — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardNeonatologyPeriventricular LeukomalaciaRACP Paediatrics

Preterm infant at 26 weeks, now 8 weeks old. Cranial USS shows bilateral cystic PVL. Most likely long-term outcome?

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Correct answer: D — High risk of spastic diplegia (cerebral palsy)

Bilateral cPVL carries >90% risk of spastic diplegic CP.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Preterm Follow-Up