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about 85% of infants survive, and about 50% will be able to walk. Bowel and bladder disorders contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality in those with spina bifida who survive past the age of two years.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoAbout 1 in 1,000 births in the US. This can be reduced almost 50% through the use of Folic Acid (vitamin B9) beginning 3 months before conceiving and throughout the first trimester.
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How many people with Spina Bifida have had children with out Spina Bifida?
My daughter has Spina Bifida and her daughter has Spina Bifida
Can someone have spina bifida and not be born with it?
No, spina bifida is a birth defect. Therefore, a person has to be born with spina bifida to have it.
Is Nuera another name for Spina Bifida?
No, "Nuera" is not another name for Spina Bifida. Myelomeningocele is another name for Spina Bifida.
How did Spina Bifida get its name?
Spina Bifida is Latin for "split spine".
What illness is Chris Farlowe suffering from?
Spina bifida
Why did they name Spina Bifida?
Spina is Latin for "spine" and Bifida is Latin for "split" or "open" and that is exactly what Spina Bifida is, an opening or split in the spine.
What groups or organizations sponsor spina bifida?
The Spina Bifida Association of America and SHINE (Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Information Networking Equality) in the UK.
What is Spina Bifida ICD-9 code?
Spina bifida's ICD-9 code is 741 Spina bifida occulta's ICD-9 code is 756.17
What is spina bifida cystica?
One types is spina bifida cystica or spina bifida aperta, which involves a sac filled with spinal contents along the spine.
Can you have spina bifida in the C1 vertebrae?
Yes you can. Spina Bifida at C1 is called spondyloschisis.
Can Spina Bifida fly?
Your question does not make sense. Spina Bifida is a birth defect.
Does spina bifida s1 cause paralysis?
can spina bifida s1 cause paralise
