What is Spina Bifida ?

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Spina bifida is a type of birth defect called a neural tube defect. It occurs when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) don't form properly around part of the baby's spinal cord. Spina bifida can be mild or severe. The mild form is the most common.

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This video explains spina bifida, a type of birth defect called a neural tube defect. It describes that it occurs when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) do not form properly around part of the baby's spinal cord, and that it can be mild or severe, with the mild form most common.

Key points

  • Spina bifida is defined as a neural tube defect
  • Vertebrae not forming properly around part of the spinal cord is described
  • Mild and severe forms are distinguished
  • The mild form is described as most common

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This video presents “What is Spina Bifida ?” — Spina bifida is a type of birth defect called a neural tube defect. It occurs when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) don't form properly around part of the baby's spinal cord. Spina bifida can be mild or severe. The mild form is the most. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.

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