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Spina Bifida

Bermans J. Iskandar, Richard H. Finnell

2022New England Journal of Medicine77 citationsDOI

Abstract

Spina bifida, a congenital disorder of the spinal cord, leads to medical and neurologic complications. Modern surgical techniques and comprehensive medical care have greatly improved outcomes.

Topics & Concepts

Spina bifidaMedicineSpinal cordSpinal dysraphismPediatricsPsychiatrySpinal Dysraphism and MalformationsCerebrospinal fluid and hydrocephalusFetal and Pediatric Neurological Disorders