Myelomeningocele (A Severe Form of Spina Bifida) Myelomeningocele is a rare and severe form of
spina bifida in which part of the spinal nerves or spinal cord is exposed on
the outside of the skin. This type of spina bifida can lead to health problems,
physical disability, and learning problems. Treatment usually includes surgery,
braces or other corrective devices, physical therapy, and sometimes extra help
in school. ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerJohn Pope, MD - Pediatrics
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerLouis Pellegrino, MD - Developmental Pediatrics Current as of:
May 4, 2017 Author:
Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
John Pope, MD - Pediatrics & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Louis Pellegrino, MD - Developmental Pediatrics |
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