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There is no alternative to surgical repair. Risk of infection and damage to the spine and brain is high with an opening to the spine, so surgery is necessary to close the opening and drain the excess fluid that could put pressure on the brain.
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What is meningocele repair used to treat?
A meningocele repair is a surgical procedure performed to repair an abnormal opening in the spinal column (called spina bifida) by draining excess fluid and closing the opening.
What are the results of meningocele and myelomeningocele repair?
A meningocele repair can have excellent results, as neural tissue does not extend into the protruding sac. In myelomeningocele, the amount of exposed neural tissue will determine the extent of lower limb weakness, or paralysis.
Are there alternatives to omphalocele repair?
There are no non-surgical alternatives to omphalocele repair
Where can I learn more about meningocele repair?
Senisi, Ellen B. All Kinds of Friends, Even Green! Woodbine House, November 2002.
What are the risks with meningocele and myelomeningocele repair?
Surgical risks include infection and bleeding. Anesthesia risks include a reaction to the medications used, including difficulty breathing.
What is a spinal fusion?
meningocele
Herniation of a cranial or spinal membrane?
meningocele
How is an infant cared for after meningocele repair?
The infant will first spend some time in the recovery room , and then be transferred to an intensive care unit . The infant will be monitored for signs of excess bleeding and infection.
Who performs the meningocele repair?
needs to be done by a surgeon specializing in pediatric neurosurgery . It is best performed in a hospital with a pediatric intensive care unit available to closely monitor the infant after the surgery.
Are there any alternatives to steroids?
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What caused the scar on Dabney Coleman head?
MENINGOCELE??
what caused scar on dabney colemans head?
MENINGOCELE??
