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muscle weakness or paralysis in the hips and lower limbs no sensation in the part of the body below the defect lack of bowel and bladder function fluid build-up in the brain, known as hydrocephalus
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What is the CPT code for a myelomeningocele is repaired?
63704
What is one of the fetal abnormalities that may be treated by fetal surgery?
Myelomeningocele. Also called spina bifida, myelomeningocele is a condition in which the spine fails to close properly during early fetal development.
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.
What is the protrusion of the meninges and spinal cord through a defect in the spinal column?
myelomeningocele
What is a nutrient found in prenantel vitamins and fortified cereals that helps prevent the occurrence of myelomeningocele in infants?
folate
What are the risks with meningocele or myelomeningocele?
neural tissue damage, swelling, and infection into the spinal fluid and brain with an opening in the spinal column
Is Nuera another name for Spina Bifida?
No, "Nuera" is not another name for Spina Bifida. Myelomeningocele is another name for Spina Bifida.
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 the form of Spina Bifida in which the meninges protrude?
Meningocele is a form of Spina Bifida in which the meninges protrude from the back. Myelomeningocele is when the meninges and part of the spine protrude from the back.
What has the author E Durham Smith written?
E. Durham Smith has written: 'Spina bifida and the total care of spinal myelomeningocele' -- subject(s): Spina bifida
What has the author John Lorber written?
John Lorber has written: 'Your child with hydrocephalus' -- subject(s): Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus in children, In infancy and childhood, Popular works 'Results of treatment of myelomeningocele'
What is the most serious form of spina bifida?
Myeloschisis is the most serious form. The cord is open and is wide. The spinal folds fail to fuse entirely. What is left is a flattened mass of nerves. Effects of this form are hydrocephalus, partial paralysis, bowel and bladder control problems and learning disabilities. There is no treatment or cure for this. Physical treatment can be used: closure of the defect in the first 24 hours, medications, and physiotherapy. Children can live into adulthood just as people who have had polio or who have been involved in accidents with spinal injuries.
