Table 4. [Recommended Surveillance for Individuals with Spastic Paraplegia 8]. - GeneReviews®

System/Concern	Evaluation	Frequency
Spasticity	Neurologic exam re disease progression & response to current treatment	1-2 per yr
Bladder function	Per treating urologist, incl monitoring for urinary tract infection	1-2 per yr
Dysphagia	Gastroenterology / nutrition / feeding team re nutrition & risk for aspiration	1-2 per yr
Dysarthria	Per neurologic & speech/language assessment	1-2 per yr
Bowel function	Per symptoms	1-2 per yr
Mobility	Neurologic exam, rehabilitation medicine, & PT assessment	1-2 per yr
Activities of daily living	OT & PT	As needed
Clinical depression	Per mental health clinician	1-2 per yr

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