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Spina bifida prevalence varies globally, with an estimated occurrence of about 1 in 1,000 births in the United States, while the rate can be higher in some developing countries due to factors like folic acid deficiency. In Europe, rates range from 0.5 to 2.5 per 1,000 live births, depending on the country. The incidence is generally lower in countries with comprehensive prenatal care and folic acid supplementation programs. Overall, the statistics highlight the importance of public health initiatives in reducing the incidence of this neural tube defect.
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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
Are there stages to Spina Bifida and if so what are they?
There are four different types of Spina Bifida, but no stages. It is a birth defect, and the damage to the spine and nerves results in the disability known as Spina Bifida.
When is Spina Bifida fatal in utero?
Spina Bifida is usually not fatal in utero, especially with modern medicine in developed countries. Before antibiotics were available, most children with Spina Bifida died shortly after birth, but not in utero.
How many different forms are there of Spina Bifida?
there actually a few forms of spina bifida cant name them all sorry
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.
What has the author Craig D Turnbull written?
Craig D. Turnbull has written: 'Trends of anencephalus, North Carolina, 1946-1970' -- subject(s): Anencephaly, Medical Statistics, Statistics 'Trends of spina bifida, North Carolina, 1946-1970' -- subject(s): Medical Statistics, Spina bifida, Statistics
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
What specific population does Spina Bifida affect?
The countries of Ireland and Wales have the highest rates of spina bifida, and in general Caucasians are afflicted with it more than other races.
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.
Do people with Spina Bifida Occulta have hydrocephalus?
Not usually, spina bifida is due to a neural tube defect, and hydrocephalus is due to completely different causes.
