It can return both false positives (results that indicate the condition may be present, when really it is not) and false negatives (results that indicate that the condition is not present, when really it is). [columbiaspine.org]

Sorry, this question is for PEAK Premium Subscribers only (OBQ11.90) A 4-year-old girl with an L3 myelomeningocele presents for routine follow-up. [orthobullets.com]

Arnold Chiari malformation This is present in almost all children with myelomeningocele. It mainly involves the lower part of the brain, but the anatomy of the whole brain is affected. [gosh.nhs.uk]

Other congenital disorders or birth defects may also be present in a child with myelomeningocele. Eight out of ten children with this condition have hydrocephalus. [medlineplus.gov]

While surgery may prevent symptoms from getting worse, it cannot correct any damage to the spinal cord of nerves that is already present. [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

• Swelling

  Other possible symptoms include: orthopedic deformities hydrocephalus (buildup of fluid in the skull that leads to swelling of the brain) Chiari malformation (structural defects in the part of the brain that controls balance) Because the spinal cord is [healthline.com]

  Summary myelo = the nerves of the spinal cord meningo = the meninges, or coverings around the spinal cord cele = a swelling or bulging Myelomeningocele is a condition in which the spinal cord, its meninges (membranes, or coverings), and the bones of the [columbiaspine.org]

  It can also cause anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening condition in which swelling of the face and airways can make breathing difficult. [mayoclinic.org]

• High-Pitched Cry

  […] infant Your child is late in walking or crawling Symptoms of hydrocephalus develop, including bulging soft spot, irritability, extreme sleepiness, and feeding difficulties Symptoms of meningitis develop, including fever, stiff neck, irritability, and a high-pitched [medlineplus.gov]

• Developmental Delay

  Most children with this birth defect survive, but they can be left with many disabilities, including paralysis, difficulty with bowel and bladder control, a Chiari II malformation, hydrocephalus (excessive fluid in the brain), and developmental delay. [fetus.ucsf.edu]

• Failure to Thrive

  In babies, the most common symptoms are a weak or absent cry, stridor (noisy breathing), arching of the neck, breathing problems, colour change, failure to thrive and feeding or swallowing difficulties. [gosh.nhs.uk]

• Leg Weakness

  These include leg weakness or paralysis, loss of sensation of the legs and feet, bowel or bladder incontinence, Chiari II malformation (a protrusion of the back of the brain into the spinal column) and hydrocephalus (an imbalance of cerebrospinal fluid [columbiaspine.org]

  Symptoms may include: Loss of bladder or bowel control Partial or complete lack of sensation Partial or complete paralysis of the legs Weakness of the hips, legs, or feet of a newborn Other signs and/or symptoms may include: Abnormal feet or legs, such [medlineplus.gov]

  Symptoms of this condition include:[1][5] Loss of bladder or bowel control Partial or complete lack of sensation Partial or complete paralysis of the legs Weakness of the hips, legs, or feet Some individuals may have additional symptoms. [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

• Blister

  They can't feel when they get a blister or sore. Sores or blisters can turn into deep wounds or foot infections that are hard to treat. Children with myelomeningocele have a higher risk of wound problems in casts. Latex allergy. [mayoclinic.org]

• Skin Patch

  If there is insufficient amount of skin to cover the defect, a secondary (skin) patch will be sutured into the skin to create a watertight seal (See Video below). Postoperative recovery is relatively quick and there is no laparotomy scar. [losangelesfetalsurgery.org]

Our doctors can consult with you about what to expect and what treatment your baby might need. [seattlechildrens.org]

Future treatments for spina bifida [fetus.ucsf.edu]

Early surgery on the spinal cord may help the child to regain a normal level of functioning and prevent further neurological deterioration.[5] Last updated: 4/24/2012 Treatment Treatment Treatment for myelomeningocele typically involves surgery to repair [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

Why choose Michigan Medicine Michigan Medicine’s Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment Center is a leader in myelomeningocele care. Our Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment Center specializes in prenatal diagnosis, management, and treatment before a child is born. [mottchildren.org]

Intellectual prognosis is very good for the majority of children, most of whom will go on to full time education. Recreational and employment opportunities are better now than at any time in the past. [gosh.nhs.uk]

At the end of the second day, patients meet with specialists at the center to discuss the diagnostic findings, treatment options and long-term prognosis. [cincinnatichildrens.org]

This involves operating on the baby within a few days after birth to close the opening in the spine to prevent infection and prevent further injury to the spinal cord and nerves. However, it cannot correct the defects in the spinal cord and nerves. [cincinnatichildrens.org]

This operation is necessary to close the defect and to prevent serious complications. Unfortunately, the surgery does not “cure” myelomeningocele. [columbiaspine.org]

While surgery may prevent symptoms from getting worse, it cannot correct any damage to the spinal cord of nerves that is already present. [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

Antibiotics are given to prevent infections. The most common places infection occurs in these babies are the protective lining of the cord (meninges) and the urinary tract. [mottchildren.org]