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Survival of Profoundly Disabled People with Severe Mental Retardation
Am J Dis Child 147:329-336, Eyman,R.K.,et al, 1993
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Article Abstract
Survival estimates for individuals who were immobile and could not roll over were short regardless of arm-hand use or feeding status,as were estimates for people who were tube fed.For individuals who could roll over,but were otherwise immobile,survival was relatively improved. Individuals who are unable to move their extremities or bodies voluntarily or who require tube feeding have very shortened life expectancies.
 
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