Spina Bifida

After finding out that a red flag was raised by my quad screen blood test signifying the possibility of a neural tube defect, I realized how little I really knew about the test. Is it really wise to have this optional test done during pregnancy?

This is an article I wrote for a group project in my Graduate Research Methods class. It details Spina Bifida research questions, purpose statement, and literature review findings

Meet a 25-year-old student with Spina Bifida who is determined to live life to the fullest and not let anything keep her down.

Complications of spina bifida occulta result in spinal defects caused by the condition. Spina bifida occulta cord tethering can occur and requires surgery to correct.

If your baby was born with spina bifida, here is what you need to know about the hair tuft.

If your baby has been diagnosed with spina bifida, while you are pregnant, here is what you need to know about preparing for your baby's paralysis prior to birth.

Encouraging results of experimental surgery by Chinese physician to restore normal bladder and bowel control functions to spinal cord injury patients and those with spina bifida.

The two most common birth defects affecting the brain and spinal cord are spina bifida and anencephaly. They are neural tube defects that can be prevented with daily intake of folic acid.

Spina bifida occulta is classified as the mildest form of spina bifida. Despite previous beliefs, it is not believed to cause a percentage of people a wide range of complications.

Prenatal care doesn't need to wait until you feel the tiny flutterings of your baby's life beginning. In fact, it should start before he's even conceived.

Of the many problems involved in the period of growth, spina bifida has probably drawn a lot of attention in the media more than any other children's handicap. One of its possible complications is another condition called hydrocephalus.

This article will give readers a list of specialists they may need to consult with if they have been diagnosed with any form of Spina Bifida or have a family member who has been recently diagnosed.

There is a negative image when it comes to persons with disabilities. Even famous people are not perfect.

This is an overview of the underlying genetic disorder, Arnold-Chiari malformation, and its connection to spina bifida

The following article explores medical problems that have been associated with Spina Bifida.

Spina bifida is a serious birth defect which occurs in 1 out of 700 births in North America. Find out the causes, treatments, and how this disease can be prevented.

Parents play a key role in teaching a Spina Bifida child creative ways in which to improve their own mobility.

Good diet and nutrition are crucial both during and before pregnancy. Using a specific dosage of folic acid may work to reduce the risks of Spina Bifida, a neural tube defect occurring in the 1st trimester of pregnancy.

With improved prenatal health in the United States, the incidence of Spina Bifida birth defects has become more familiar to pregnant women. As part of prenatal health, pregnant women should be familiar with the classifications and prenatal screenings.

As a birth defect of the first trimester of pregnancy, Spina Bifida leads to a variety of physical and cognitive impairments in a child.

For parents of a child born with Spina Bifida, often, the financial implication of the birth defect is not immediately realized.

Although the incidence of spina bifida has decreased in the last decade, many children are still born with this life threatening condition. The following is an overview of the prenatal implications.

Spina Bifida is a birth defect affecting approximately 3,000 pregancies in America each year. Here are some online resources for those interested in finding out more about this disability and connecting with professionals...

Ninety-five percent of NTDs happen in women that have absolutely no history of these problems.

Neural tube defects affect unborn children, but can this can be prevented with folic acid?

Neural tube defects (NTDs) are a type of birth defect caused by the incomplete closure of the neural tube. They can range from almost no symptoms to severely disabling effects. This is an overview of the three main types of NTDs.

There are many common birth defects, some of which may not even be can be diagnosed until after the baby leaves the hospital. Some of the defects can be avoided with proper nutrition.