Defects of the spinal cord results from abnormal closure of the neural folds in the earlier weeks of development. If closure fails anywhere from the cervical region to caudal region it is called as spina bifida, most commonly involving the lumbosacral region.
Perumal VK, Baalann K.
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Evolving Practices in Prenatal Open Spinal Dysraphism: A Global Survey of Selection Criteria, Surgical Techniques, and Diagnostic Trends. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Objective To provide an updated overview of international clinical practice in prenatal repair of open spinal dysraphism (OSD), focusing on evolving eligibility criteria, surgical techniques, and diagnostic standards. Methods A structured online survey was distributed to 83 fetal surgery centers worldwide.
Keil C +5 more
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Uncovering the Genetic Landscape of Spinal Dysraphism: A Retrospective Analysis of 150 Fetal Cases [PDF]
ABSTRACT Objective Spinal dysraphism (SD) results from incomplete neural tube closure and encompasses a heterogeneous group of congenital anomalies with genetic and environmental etiologies. Although genetic contributions are recognized, causative variants remain insufficiently defined, and the clinical implications of extended genetic testing on ...
Ivonne Bedei +9 more
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Open Spinal Dysraphism Without Hindbrain Herniation-Natural History and Postnatal Outcome. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Objective To report the natural history of fetuses with open spinal dysraphism (OSD) without hindbrain herniation (HBH) during second‐trimester evaluation. Methods A multicenter retrospective cohort study was conducted across three prenatal centers to evaluate fetuses with OSD.
Bedei I +12 more
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Imaging spectrum of spinal dysraphism: A diagnostic challenge. [PDF]
Shrivastva MK, Panigrahi M.
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Profiling the Urobiota in a Pediatric Population with Neurogenic Bladder Secondary to Spinal Dysraphism. [PDF]
De Maio F +8 more
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Blood Pressure Optimization During Fetoscopic Repair of Open Spinal Dysraphism: Insights from Advanced Hemodynamic Monitoring. [PDF]
Vojnar B +8 more
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Closed spinal dysraphism in a 6-month-old mixed breed dog. [PDF]
Franco GG +8 more
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A silent malformation: Closed spinal dysraphism in a boy with urinary incontinence. [PDF]
Gaur S +3 more
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Vestigial human tail and occult spinal dysraphism: A case report. [PDF]
Fagundes W +5 more
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