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ea0014p523 | (1) | ECE2007

Evaluation of cognitive functions by using P300 auditory event related potentials (ERPs) in amateur kickboxers: a preliminary study

Tanriverdi Fatih , Yapislar Hande , Suer Cem , Kocyigit Ismail , Unluhizarci Kursad , Kelestimur Fahrettin

Objective: Impaired cognitive function has been demonstrated in adults with GH deficiency (GHD) by using different neuropsychological tests. P300 ERP application is a well established neurophysiological approach in the assessment of cognitive function. Kickboxing is a novel cause of hypopituiatarism due to sports related traumatic brain injury (TBI) and isolated GHD is the most common problem (1).The present preliminary study was therefore designed to in...