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Spina Bifida

Spina Bifida. By Caitlin Grady, Jake Eberth and Scott Marinich. Definition. Symptoms. Treatments. Genetics. Bibliography. End. Definition. A birth defect that results from a mistake early in the development of the spinal chord Literally means “cleft spine”

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Spina Bifida

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  1. Spina Bifida By Caitlin Grady, Jake Eberth and Scott Marinich

  2. Definition Symptoms Treatments Genetics Bibliography End

  3. Definition • A birth defect that results from a mistake early in the development of the spinal chord • Literally means “cleft spine” • The most common neural tube defect in the U.S

  4. Symptoms • Bulging spinal chord • Hydrophalus • Paralysis in lower back and legs • Bladder and bowl malfunction

  5. Treatments • Surgery • Catheterization • Prostheses • Physical therapy • Sometimes fetal therapy

  6. Genetics • Doctors aren't certain what causes spina bifida. • As with many other problems, it appears to be a consequence from a mixture of genetic and environmental risk factors. • Examples include a family history of neural tube defects and folic acid insufficiency. • Maternal folic acid deficiency has been linked to spinabifida. • An increase in intake of folic acid can prevent spina bifida, especially if taken in prenatal vitamins.

  7. Bibliography • Magill’s Medical Guide • Kid’s Health • Medicine Net

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