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Spina Bifida NEU Flashcards

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spina bifida

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neural tube defect causing incomplete development of spinal cord resulting in herniation

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signs

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motor and sensory deficits
seizures
hydrocephalus
scoliosis

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investigations

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prenatal scans

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management

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neurosurgical repair

orthopaedic surgery

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5
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what factors increases risk of neural tube defects

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BMI>30

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6
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what prophylactic medication can be given

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folic acid

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