Spina bifida, literally translated from Latin to “split spine” is a neural tube birth defect that is characterized by incomplete closure of the spinal cord. It can lead to symptoms such as loss of ...

Imagine the moment a new mother holds her baby for the first time and senses something that doesn’t feel quite right — ...

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Krogh et al 10 found that 66% of the children with myelomeningocele aged 6 years or older who suffered from faecal incontinence reported that this problem had some or even a major influence on their ...

Spina bifida is one of the most common permanently disabling birth defects in the United States, affecting seven out of every 10,000 live births. It occurs when the spine fails to close during the ...

In a heartwarming viral TikTok video, a newborn from Wales is seen posing for his newborn photo session in the most adorable way—but what sets him apart from typical newborns is his spina bifida ...

Professor Kim Sang-woo of Yonsei University College of Medicine identified the genetic causes of congenital spina bifida in collaboration with researchers from the University of California, marking ...

SYRACUSE, N.Y.-- Caleb Leonard is like most kids his age. The 15-year-old student at Chittenango High School was excited to leave for summer camp. He has a penchant for singing and dancing along to ...

Question #1 My boyfriend and I have Spina Bifida. I was wondering, given the hereditary nature of spina bifida, what might be the chances of passing on the diagnosis if we ever have children? Also, my ...

Spina Bifida is a developmental anomaly characterized by defective closure of the bony encasement of the spinal cord through which the spinal cord and meninges may or may not protrude. If the anomaly ...