SPINA BIFIDA
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Spina Bifida.
Spina Bifida - as a noun
A not uncommon congenital defect in which a vertebra is malformed; unless several vertebrae are affected or there is myelomeningocele there are few symptoms; can be diagnosed by amniocentesis
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"Children with spina bifida may experience difficulties with walking and mobility."
"Surgery is often required to treat spina bifida in newborns."
"Individuals with spina bifida may require assistive devices such as wheelchairs."
"Many doctors recommend folic acid supplementation to help prevent spina bifida during pregnancy."
"The severity of spina bifida can vary, with some individuals experiencing more severe symptoms than others."
