Spina bifida is a very common nervous system disorder one may be born with. One may have a part of the spinal cord and the nerves exposed through the back of the body. It occurs when the spinal cord and the spinal bones that enclose it are not formed in the right way when one is inside the mother’s womb. With the spinal cord hanging out in the open, one may have problems due to nerve damage such as lower body paralysis, bowel and bladder incontinence, and malformed bones.
Feeding Challenges and Options for Babies With Spina Bifida
Breastfeeding presents unique challenges for infants with spina bifida due to its impact on the nervous system. Read the article to know how to tackle this.
Spina Bifida - Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Spina bifida is a neural tube defect. The Latin words directly translate to divided or split spine. Read the article below to learn more.
Managing Neurogenic Bladder in Spina Bifida - Treatment Options and Considerations
Spina bifida is a condition leading to cognitive impairment and loss of bladder control. Read below to learn about its management.
Fetal Surgeries and Procedures
Fetal surgeries and procedures are performed to treat structural and functional abnormalities in developing fetuses. Read to learn more about them.
Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus
This article discusses in detail the causes of neural tube defects, their treatment, and ways to minimize neural tube defects.
Neural Tube Defects - Prevalent Types, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Some infants have anomalies called neural tube defects that affect how their brains and spinal cords grow. Read the article below to learn more.
