Thuomas KA The aim of this study was to characterize the neurological dysfunction above the cele level in children with spina bifida cystica. 22 neonates were investigated prospectively to a ...

“Who better to teach a baby with spina bifida how to grow up to be independent and to manage their own care?” Hadley Peterson's doctor says Susan Young is a reporter for PEOPLE. She started ...

What Is Spina Bifida Occulta? Spina bifida occulta is when a baby's backbone (spine) does not fully form during pregnancy. The baby is born with a small gap in the bones of the spine. Usually, it ...

UC Davis Health’s groundbreaking trial aims to reverse the paralysis of spina bifida before birth. Multiple babies have been born after receiving the world’s first spina bifida treatment ...

At 21 weeks pregnant, Keri and Scott learned their unborn child, Harper, had a defect in her spinal column known as spina bifida. Wanting the best possible outcome for her, they elected for fetoscopic ...

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Spina bifida (SPY-nuh BIF-ih-duh) is when a baby's backbone (spine) does not form normally before birth. The condition can be mild or severe. Treatments can help babies born with spina bifida.

OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital cares for every aspect of spina bifida, from prenatal diagnosis to managing the condition up to adulthood. Our specialists also offer comprehensive, ...

Our Spina Bifida Clinic offers a comprehensive approach to caring for your child. Our team helps you make decisions through family-centered care that promote independence as much as possible into ...

Our Spina Bifida Program supports babies, children and teens with spina bifida. We can evaluate what care your child needs, provide therapy and other services and connect you with specialists. Our ...