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Evaluation of Cerebral and Spinal Abnormalities on Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Infants with Myelomeningocele: A Retrospective Observational Study [PDF]

Indian Journal of Neonatal Medicine and Research
Introduction: Spinal dysraphism includes a diverse collection of congenital spinal abnormalities that occur due to flawed closure of the neural tube and can be classified as open or closed types.
Sweta Swaika
doaj   +1 more source

Syringomyelia in children with closed spinal dysraphism: long-term outcomes after surgical intervention [PDF]

Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics, 2020
OBJECTIVEThe nature of the relationship between spinal cord syrinx and tethered cord is not well known. It is unclear if surgical cord untethering results in resolution or improvement of an associated syrinx. The objective of this study was to report the response of spinal cord syrinx to surgical cord untethering.METHODSThe authors retrospectively ...
Amy K, Bruzek, Jordan, Starr, Hugh J L, Garton, Karin M, Muraszko, Cormac O, Maher, Jennifer M, Strahle   +5 more
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MRI in Sheep Model for Myelomeningocele Repair Using a Novel Polymer and Other Dural Patches

Prenatal Diagnosis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To compare postnatal MRI outcomes after prenatal myelomeningocele repair using three different dural substitutes. Method 32 sheep fetuses were included, with 34.3%(11/32) serving as healthy controls and the remaining undergoing prenatal spinal lumbar defect creation to recreate a myelomeningocele in the fetus.
Usha D. Nagaraj, Marc Oria, Soner Duru, Chia‐Ying Lin, Beth M. Kline‐Fath, Jose L. Peiro   +5 more
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Anatomical–Motor Level Discrepancy in Prenatal Diagnosis of Open Spinal Dysraphism: A 12‐Year Retrospective Observational Study

BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics &Gynaecology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To quantify the discrepancy between anatomical and motor levels in foetuses with open spinal dysraphism and identify prenatal factors associated with this difference. We also examined associations between anatomical level and ultrasound findings. Design Retrospective observational study.
Silvia Arévalo, Elena Moreno, Mar Meléndez, Carlos Giné, Carlota Rodó, Alba Casellas, Alba Farràs, Manel Mendoza, Nerea Maiz   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Should We Consider Sacral Nerve Stimulation as a Treatment for Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction? ICI‐RS 2025

Neurourology and Urodynamics, Volume 45, Issue 5, Page 945-950, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Aims To explore the boundary of clinical use of sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) in neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD), identifying barriers to approval and early‐impact research questions. Methods This review is derived from a proposal discussion at the International Consultation on Incontinence‐Research Society in Bristol in ...
Marcus J. Drake, Mathijs de Rijk, Stefania Musco, Jalesh Panicker, Michał Późniak, Nikita Bhatt, Brigitte Schurch   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Rachipagus Parasitic Twin With Epithelialized Myelomeningocele in a Rural Ethiopian Neonate: A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
ABSTRACT Rachipagus parasitic twinning is an exceptionally rare clinical entity resulting from an asymmetric monozygotic twinning process, characterized by a dorsally co‐joined partially formed twin. Co‐ existence of this condition with neural tube defect is uncommon, yet clinically significant.
Biruk Lealem, Elleni Tadesse, Bethelehem Engidawork   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Paediatric Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy

Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, Volume 73, Issue S2, Page S3-S5, April 2026.
Every day throughout the world, medical imaging and radiation therapy leads to the diagnosis and potential cure of countless children. The year 2026 commemorates several milestones which have laid the foundations of contemporary best‐practice. World Radiotherapy Awareness Day is a significant international commemoration and a time to reflect on life ...
John Pearn
wiley   +1 more source

Parental counselling and autopsy results: A retrospective diagnostic cohort study at a multidisciplinary fetal neurology clinic

Developmental Medicine &Child Neurology, Volume 68, Issue 3, Page 441-452, March 2026.
Plain language summary: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/dmcn.70022 This original article is commented on by Scelsa on pages 311–312 of this issue. Abstract Aim To examine the accuracy of prenatal counselling at a multidisciplinary fetal neurology clinic (FNC) that led to termination of pregnancy (TOP), to improve the quality of future ...
Avi Shariv, Michal Gafner, Zvi Leibovitz, Letizia Schreiber, Dvora Kidron, Ayala Arad, Efrat Hadi, Stephanie Libzon, Liat Ben Sira, Maya Goldschmidt Manor, Dorit Lev, Tally Lerman‐Sagie, Liat Gindes   +12 more
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Neonatal Arnold–Chiari II Malformation: An Imaging‐Focused Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Arnold‐Chiari Malformation Type II (CM‐II) is a serious congenital hindbrain disorder marked by the displacement of the cerebellum and brainstem downwards through the foramen magnum. CM‐II is frequently linked with myelomeningocele and hydrocephalus.
Mohammad Alashqar, Seba Lubbadeh, Ahmad Daraghmeh, Ahmad Alashqar, Zaina Khaled, Suleiman Sbeih, Amjad Bdair, Israa Salman, Mohammed I. Abu Kamesh   +8 more
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Rare Case of Anterior Sacral Meningocele in a 30‐Year‐Old Male: Surgical Excision Using the Posterior Sagittal Approach

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Anterior sacral meningocele (ASM) is an uncommon congenital spinal abnormality in which the meningeal sac herniates through an abnormality in the anterior sacrum into the presacral space. It is more observed in females and usually asymptomatic; large ASMs may cause pressure effects on nearby pelvic structures. A 30‐year‐old male presented with
Ayesha Farooq, Zaryab Bacha, Umaima Cheema, Maryum Farooq, Abdullah Afridi, Fathimathul Henna, Muhammad Abdullah Ali, Kamil Ahmad Kamil   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source