Assessment shows executive function challenges in children born moderate-to-late preterm, indicating potential developmental risks.
Key Points
Children born moderate-to-late preterm exhibited greater risk of executive function difficulties, particularly in cognitive flexibility and goal setting.
The study involved comparing executive function scores between 201 MLP children and a term cohort, with significant disparities noted in specific cognitive tasks.
Executive function was assessed using various neurodevelopmental tests at around 9 years of age, highlighting differences in working memory performance between groups.
Findings emphasize the need for monitoring developmental outcomes in moderate-to-late preterm infants, particularly concerning attention and cognitive skills.