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Flashcards in Spina Bifida Deck (6)
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1
Q

Aetiologies?

A

Maternal folic acid deficiency

2
Q

Pathology?

A

Failure of neural tube to fuse during embryogenesis –> spaces in vertebral column

3
Q

Signs and symptoms?

A

Varying degrees from asymptomatic to complete paralysis

Depends on how much of the spinal cord and its coverings protrude through

4
Q

Investigations and Findings?

A

Severe disease obvious on physical examination
Oculta seen incidentally on x-ray later in life
Cyst on the back in the midline

5
Q

Management?

A

Surgical repair ASAP

6
Q

Complications?

A

Treatment not always successful

Quality of life impaired