Spina Bifida

- Also called: Open spine or cleft spine
- One of most common birth defects in U.S.Medline Plus: Spina Bifida
- Can be prevented by taking folic acid before and during early pregnancyMedline Plus: Spina Bifida

Spina bifida is a birth defect in which the spine of a fetus does not seal. Consequently, the open area of the spine often results in some damage to the spinal cord, and may result in limited lower body capabilities, paralysis, urine or bowel incontinence and fluid build-up in the brain.
The symptoms and outlook for spina bifida patients depend on the severity of the deformity and how quickly the problem is recognized and treated.Medline Plus: Spina Bifida eMedicineHealth: Spina Bifida Treatment
Treatment

Spina bifida is treated with therapy, surgery and medication of symptoms. The surgery will not restore nerve function.Medline Plus: Spina Bifida
United States Statistics

Spina bifida occurs in one out of every 2,000 births in the United States.NCBI: Spina Bifida and Other Neural Tube Defects
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The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for more information on spina bifida.

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