What is the most common cause of cerebral palsy (CP)?

What is the most common cause of cerebral palsy (CP)?

a.
Central nervous system (CNS) diseases
b.
Birth asphyxia
c.
Cerebral trauma
d.
Neonatal encephalopathy

ANS: D

Approximately 80% of CP is caused by unknown prenatal causes. Neonatal encephalopathy in term and preterm infants is believed to play a significant role in the development of CP. CNS diseases such as meningitis or encephalitis can result in CP. Birth asphyxia does contribute to some cases of CP. Cerebral trauma, including shaken baby syndrome, can result in CP.