Try doing the quiz in your words with this study guide.
Keep praticing until you get most answers right or all.
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Spina Bifida is a condition that happens before
a baby is born.
It means the spine (backbone) does not fully close or form properly in early
pregnancy.
This affects the spinal cord and nerves.
🧠 Why Does It Happen?
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The neural tube forms the brain and spinal cord.
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In Spina Bifida, the neural tube does not close properly.
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This causes a gap in the spine.
Spina Bifida is a condition that affects the spine and is present from birth.
Part of the spinal cord does not develop properly, which can affect movement,
bladder and bowel control, and sometimes learning.
Special needs, learning
difficulties, disabilities, and mental health.
These conditions can
come together, but not everyone faces them together.
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Stress
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Bipolar Disorder
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Eating Disorders
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Self-Esteem and Confidence Building
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Learning difficulties,
disabilities can be linked to Mental illnesses, such as. Why does this happen?
Easy Read Version: Mental Health and Disability
🧠 Mental Health and Disabilities
People with
disabilities like Down syndrome and Williams syndrome may
be more likely to have mental health problems.
But this is not their
fault.
It often happens
because of how they are treated or how hard life can be.
❓ Why
can mental health problems happen?
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🧍♀️ Feeling lonely – Some people with disabilities are
left out and don’t have many friends.
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😞 Bullying or being treated unfairly – People with
disabilities may be picked on or treated badly.
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🧑⚕️ Hard to get help – Many doctors and mental health
workers don’t understand disabilities well.
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🗣️ Communication problems – Some people find it hard to
talk about how they feel.
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💔 Bad things happening – Like being hurt, ignored, or
having too many stressful medical appointments.
⚠️ Mental Health Conditions You Might See
People with
disabilities can have the same mental health conditions as anyone else, like:
😟 Anxiety
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Worrying a lot
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Feeling scared all the time
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Finding changes difficult (especially in Williams syndrome)
😢 Depression
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Feeling sad or tired all the time
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Not enjoying things anymore
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Not wanting to see people
🔁 OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
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Doing the same thing again and again
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Feeling worried unless things are “just right”
😠 / 😄 Bipolar Disorder
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Having very high (manic) and very low (sad) moods
🌀 Psychosis
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Seeing or hearing things that are not real
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Feeling very confused or scared
🧒 ADHD
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Hard to sit still or concentrate
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Often seen in children with Williams syndrome
❤️ What People Need
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👂 To be listened to
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🧠 Mental health support that understands their disability
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🧑🏫 Trained professionals who know how to help
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🧑🤝🧑 Supportive friends and family
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🏫 Safe places like inclusive schools and day centers
✅ Important
to Remember
Having a disability
does not mean someone will always have a mental health problem.
Mental health problems
often happen because of:
·
Lack of support
·
Feeling left out
·
Not being understood
Everyone deserves help
for their mental health.
Everyone has the right to feel safe, happy, and included.
🌟 Special Needs, Disabilities, and Mental Health
Everyone is different.
Some people may have:
·
A learning difficulty
·
A mental health problem
·
A physical disability
·
Or more than one of these together
You can still live a
good life with the right support and understanding.
💚 Mental Health Conditions
🧠 Anxiety – Feeling worried or
scared a lot.
😔 Depression – Feeling sad,
tired, and not enjoying things.
😵 Stress – Feeling overwhelmed
or under too much pressure.
🔁 Bipolar Disorder – Having very
high (manic) and very low (sad) moods.
🧼 OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive
Disorder) – Repeating behaviors or needing things to feel “right.”
😨 PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress
Disorder) – Feeling scared or upset after something bad has happened.
🍽️ Eating Disorders – Problems
with food, eating too much or too little.
🌈 Confidence Building – Helping
people feel good about themselves.
🧠 Learning Difficulties and Neurodiversity
📚 Dyslexia – Finding reading and
writing harder than others.
🔢 Dyscalculia – Struggling with
numbers and math.
✍️ Dysgraphia – Finding
handwriting and spelling difficult.
🧍 Dyspraxia – Trouble with
balance, coordination, or planning movements.
🗣️ Dysphasia / Aphasia – Problems
with talking and understanding speech.
👂 Auditory Processing Disorder –
Trouble understanding sounds or spoken words.
👀 Visual Processing Disorder –
Finding it hard to understand what the eyes see (e.g. letters or patterns).
✅ You
Can Ask for Help
You might need:
·
Extra time or support in school or work
·
Someone to talk to about your mental health
·
A support worker, keyworker, or mentor
·
Friendly spaces where you feel safe and included
Spina Bifida is a condition that affects the spine and is present from birth.
Part of the spinal cord does not develop properly, which can affect movement,
bladder and bowel control, and sometimes learning.
Signs and Traits:
· Weakness
or paralysis in the legs
· Mobility
challenges (may use a wheelchair or walking aids)
· Hydrocephalus
(fluid on the brain) in some cases
· Some
children may have learning difficulties, especially with memory or
concentration
Support:
Physiotherapy, medical care, educational support, and assistive technology can
help people with Spina Bifida live full and active lives.
Other Conditions That
Can Affect Learning
Cerebral Palsy
· A
physical condition that affects movement and muscle control
· May
come with learning difficulties or speech and language delays
Fragile X Syndrome
· A
genetic condition that can cause learning disability, especially in boys
· Often
linked with anxiety, attention issues, and social difficulties
Autism Spectrum
Disorder (ASD)
· A
developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social
interaction
· Some
autistic people may also have a learning disability, but not all
Williams Syndrome
· A
rare genetic condition causing learning difficulties, heart problems, and a
very friendly personality
· People
with this syndrome often struggle with spatial awareness and math but are
strong in spoken language and music
Cerebral Palsy
· A
physical condition that affects movement and muscle control
· May
come with learning difficulties or speech and language delays
Fragile X Syndrome
· A
genetic condition that can cause learning disability, especially in boys
· Often
linked with anxiety, attention issues, and social difficulties
Autism Spectrum
Disorder (ASD)
· A
developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social
interaction
· Some
autistic people may also have a learning disability, but not all
Williams Syndrome
· A
rare genetic condition causing learning difficulties, heart problems, and a
very friendly personality
· People
with this syndrome often struggle with spatial awareness and math but are
strong in spoken language and music
Final Thoughts
Everyone with a
learning disability is different. Some people may have a mild disability and
live independently with some support. Others may need help with most everyday
tasks. With the right support, understanding, and encouragement, people with
learning disabilities can live happy, fulfilling lives.
What helps:
· Early
support and diagnosis
· Inclusive
education and therapy
· Patience,
respect, and acceptance
· Raising
awareness to reduce stigma
Final Thoughts
Everyone with a
learning disability is different. Some people may have a mild disability and
live independently with some support. Others may need help with most everyday
tasks. With the right support, understanding, and encouragement, people with
learning disabilities can live happy, fulfilling lives.
What helps:
· Early
support and diagnosis
· Inclusive
education and therapy
· Patience,
respect, and acceptance
· Raising
awareness to reduce stigma
Signs and Traits:
· Weakness
or paralysis in the legs
· Mobility
challenges (may use a wheelchair or walking aids)
· Hydrocephalus
(fluid on the brain) in some cases
· Some
children may have learning difficulties, especially with memory or
concentration
Support:
Physiotherapy, medical care, educational support, and assistive technology can
help people with Spina Bifida live full and active lives.
pina Bifida
(SB) is a condition that happens before or during birth. It means
that the spine and spinal cord do not develop properly in the early
weeks of pregnancy. This can cause a split in the backbone.
It usually affects
the lower back, but in rare cases, it can affect the neck or upper
spine.
There are three
main types of Spina Bifida:
1.
Spina Bifida Occulta (mildest)
2.
Meningocele (less common)
3.
Myelomeningocele (most severe)
Spina Bifida happens
when the neural tube, which forms the spine and brain, does not close
fully during early pregnancy.
💡 Key Facts
·
Spina Bifida is different for everyone.
·
Some people have mild symptoms; others have serious
disabilities.
·
💡 How Common Is It?
·
Around 2,875 babies are born with Spina Bifida each
year in the USA.
·
People may need medical treatment, physical therapy, and
personal care depending on how severe the condition is.
🧠 Types of Spina Bifida
1. Spina Bifida Occulta (Hidden)
·
The mildest and most common form.
·
Often called the “hidden” type – the spine has a small gap, but
the spinal cord is not damaged.
·
Usually no symptoms and people may not know they have
it.
·
It is covered by skin, and often found later in life during
scans for other reasons.
·
No treatment is usually needed, but some may develop symptoms
over time.
2. Meningocele
·
A sac of fluid pushes out through an opening in the
back.
·
No spinal cord inside the sac, so nerve damage is less
likely.
·
May cause weak legs, bladder or bowel issues, and risk
of infection.
·
Treatment often includes surgery and physical
therapy.
·
Some people may live with few to moderate disabilities.
📍 Where on the Body?
·
Most often, it affects the lower back.
·
It can sometimes happen in the neck or upper back (this is
rarer).
·
🧬 Types of Spina Bifida
There are three main
types:
Spina Bifida Occulta (Hidden)
·
The mildest type.
·
The spinal cord is not damaged.
·
There is no open wound, and it is often covered by skin.
·
Often there are no symptoms, but problems might show up later.
·
Most people do not know they have it.
2. Meningocele
·
A sac of fluid pushes out through an opening in the
back.
·
No spinal cord inside the sac, so nerve damage is less
likely.
·
May cause weak legs, bladder or bowel issues, and risk
of infection.
·
Treatment often includes surgery and physical
therapy.
·
Some people may live with few to moderate disabilities.
2. Meningocele
·
There is a sack of fluid outside the baby’s spine.
·
The spinal cord is not inside the sac.
·
There is less nerve damage.
·
May still cause:
- Leg weakness
- Bladder or bowel problems
- Infections
·
May need:
- Physical therapy
- Medication
3. Myelomeningocele (Most Severe)
·
The spinal cord and nerves are damaged and pushed outside the
body.
·
The baby is often born with a visible sac on the back.
·
This may cause:
- Paralysis (no movement) in the legs
- Bladder and bowel problems
- Serious infections
·
Babies often need surgery shortly after birth.
·
This type can also cause neurogenic bladder, where the bladder
and muscles don’t work together.
📍 Where on the Body?
·
Most often, it affects the lower back.
·
It can sometimes happen in the neck or upper back (this is
rarer).
·
3. Myelomeningocele (Severe Form)
·
The most serious type of Spina Bifida.
·
A part of the spinal cord and nerves come through the
open spine, forming a sac outside the body.
·
May cause severe nerve damage, paralysis, and loss of
feeling in the lower body.
·
Can also cause bladder and bowel problems, infections,
and hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain).
·
Babies often need surgery right after birth, and may need
ongoing care and support.
👩🦽 How Does It Affect People?
It depends on:
·
The type of Spina Bifida
·
How much of the spine is affected
·
Whether the person can:
- Stand or walk
- Move their legs
- Use the toilet
without help
·
Some people need a lot of care, others do not
People with Spina Bifida may:
·
Not be able to hold in wee or poo
·
Not know when they need the toilet
·
Need help with toileting or nappies
·
Have a condition called DSD (Detrusor Sphincter Dyssynergia)
where the bladder and muscles don’t work properly
·
🖻 How It Affects the Body
·
Some people may not be able to walk, while others can walk
with support.
·
May affect speech, movement, bladder and bowel control.
·
Can cause a condition called neurogenic bladder, where the
muscles of the bladder do not work properly.
·
One type is called detrusor sphincter dyssynergia (DSD),
where the bladder and the muscles don’t work together, causing accidents
or difficulty urinating.
❤️ Support and Care
·
People with Spina Bifida may need help with:
o Mobility (e.g., using wheelchairs or
walkers)
o Personal care (bathing, dressing,
toileting)
o Medical treatments and therapies
o Speech or learning support in some
cases
·
Some families may need a lot of support, while others
manage with less help. Every person and family is different.
❤️ Family and Support
·
Some people with Spina Bifida need:
- Help with
washing, dressing, feeding, and toileting
·
Every person is different
·
Some families may need more help and support than others
Example:
"I once met a
woman with severe Spina Bifida. She couldn’t move at all. But she had a large
family that helped her every day. Not everyone has this support, so help from
professionals may be needed."
📚 More Information
·
CDC: About Spina Bifida
·
NHS:
Spina Bifida
·
Bladder
& Bowel UK
Other Related Variants (Closed Neural Tube Defects)
Lipomyelomeningocele and lipomeningocele are
closed forms (sometimes called closed spinal lesions) that fall under spina
bifida occulta but may involve tethering of spinal cord or fatty masses
attached to neural tissue
NINDSshinecharity.org.ukJohns Hopkins
Medicine
.
Diastematomyelia, another closed variant, involves a split
spinal cord and may present with hair, dimples, or neurological deficits, often
detected later in childhood NINDSWikipediashinecharity.org.uk.
📝 Summary Table
|
Type
|
Structure
|
Symptoms / Impact
|
Severity
|
|
Occulta
|
Vertebral gap only; spinal cord intact
|
Often asymptomatic;
skin markers possible
|
Mildest
, usually no
effects
|
|
Meningocele
|
Fluid sacs protrude
sion without
neural tissue
|
Minor functional
issues pos
sible
|
Mild to
moderate
|
|
Myelomeningocele
|
Sac includes spinal
cord and nerves
|
Motor impairment,
incontinence
, orthopedic issue
s, hydrocephalus
|
Most
severe
form
|
Prevention & Diagnosis
Adequate folic acid supplementation before and
during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of spina bifida and other
neural tube defects WikipediaCDC.
Diagnosis is often made with elevated alpha-fetoprotein
(AFP) screening and confirmed by prenatal ultrasound in the
second trimester Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic.
Why Study.com Quizzes Highlight These Types
Quiz worksheets typically focus on:
Key definitions (occulta vs cystica types)
Visible features (fluid sacs, skin signs)
Expected symptoms and complications per type
Since myelomeningocele and meningocele compose spina
bifida
cystica (the open forms), educational materials
often emphasize the
differences between cystic and hidden forms of the
condition.
In Summary
Spina bifida occulta is hidden, largely benign, and
often incidental.
Meningocele involves a fluid sac but minimal nerve
involvement.
Myelomeningocele, the most serious form, includes exposed
neural tissue and widespread complications.
Lipomyelomeningocele, lipomeningocele, and diastematomyelia are
additional closed forms with varying severity.
If you'd like, I can also explain associations like hydrocephalus,
tethered cord syndrome, or how management differs by
type—just
let me know!
🧠 What Is Spina Bifida?
Spina bifida is a neural tube defect—a birth defect
where the spine
does not form or close properly early in fetal
development
WikipediaCDC. It can range from mild to severe depending on how
much the spinal cord and nerves are affected.
Main Types of Spina Bifida
There are three primary forms, often taught in
educational quizzes and worksheets:
1. Spina Bifida Occulta
Definition: The mildest and most common type. A small
gap exists in the vertebrae, but the spinal cord and nerves remain within the
spinal canal WikipediaHealth
Healthline.
Symptoms: Typically, Other Related Variants (Closed
Neural Tube Defects)
Lipomyelomeningocele and lipomeningocele are
closed forms (sometimes called closed spinal lesions) that fall under spina
bifida occulta but may involve tethering of spinal cord or fatty masses
attached to neural tissue
NINDSshinecharity.org.ukJohns
Hopkins Medicine
.
Diastematomyelia, another closed variant, involves a split
spinal cord and may present with hair, dimples, or neurological deficits, often
detected later in childhood NINDSWikipediashinecharity.org.uk.
📝 Summary Table
|
Type
|
Structure
|
Symptoms / Impact
|
Severity
|
|
Occulta
|
Vertebral gap only; spinal cord intact
|
Often asymptomatic;
skin markers possible
|
Mildest
, usually no
effects
|
|
Meningocele
|
Fluid sacs protrude
sion without
neural tissue
|
Minor functional
issues pos
sible
|
Mild to
moderate
|
|
Myelomeningocele
|
Sac includes spinal
cord and nerves
|
Motor impairment,
incontinence
, orthopedic issue
s, hydrocephalus
|
Most
severe
form
|
Prevention & Diagnosis
Adequate folic acid supplementation before and
during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of spina bifida and other
neural tube defects WikipediaCDC.
Diagnosis is often made with elevated alpha-fetoprotein
(AFP) screening and confirmed by prenatal ultrasound in the
second trimester Mayo
ClinicMayo
Clinic.
Why Study.com Quizzes Highlight These Types
Quiz worksheets typically focus on:
Key definitions (occulta vs cystica types)
Visible features (fluid sacs, skin signs)
Expected symptoms and complications per type
Since myelomeningocele and meningocele compose spina
bifida
cystica (the open forms), educational materials
often emphasize the
differences between cystic and hidden forms of the
condition.
In Summary
Spina bifida occulta is hidden, largely benign, and
often incidental.
Meningocele involves a fluid sac but minimal nerve
involvement.
Myelomeningocele, the most serious form, includes exposed
neural tissue and widespread complications.
Lipomyelomeningocele, lipomeningocele, and diastematomyelia are
additional closed forms with varying severity.
If you'd like, I can also explain associations like hydrocephalus,
tethered cord syndrome, or how management differs by
type—just
let me know!
🧠 What Is Spina Bifida?
Spina bifida is a neural tube defect—a birth defect
where the spine
does not form or close properly early in fetal
development
WikipediaCDC.
It can range from mild to severe depending on how
much the spinal cord and nerves are affected.
Main Types of Spina Bifida
There are three primary forms, often taught in
educational quizzes and worksheets:
1. Spina Bifida Occulta
Definition: The mildest and most common type. A small
gap exists in the vertebrae, but the spinal cord and nerves remain within the
spinal canal WikipediaNYU
Langone HealthHealthline.
Symptoms: Typically, no noticeable signs. Some
individuals may have a tuft of hair, dimple, dark spot, or birthmark on their
lower back NYU
Langone HealthWikipediaVerywell
Health.
Prevalence: Occurs in about 12% of people, often
incidentally found via imaging Verywell
Health.
Complications: Rarely, tethered cord syndrome may
develop, leading to neurological symptoms later NYU
Langone HealthWikipediaVerywell
Health.
2. Meningocele
Definition: A sac of spinal fluid protrudes through an
opening in the spine, but the spinal cord remains intact within the canal Mayo
ClinicHealthyChildren.orgHealthline.
Symptoms: May include mild bladder or bowel issues,
but serious nerve damage is uncommon Mayo
ClinicCleveland
Clinic.
Severity: Less common, with limited neurological
involvement.
3. Myelomeningocele
Definition: The most severe form. The spinal canal
remains open, and a sac protrudes containing both spinal fluid and neural
tissue (cord and nerves) Mayo
ClinicHealthlineHealthyChildren.org.
Symptoms: Typically results in significant leg
weakness or paralysis, bladder and bowel dysfunction, orthopedic issues
(clubfoot, scoliosis), and often hydrocephalus (fluid buildup in the
brain) WikipediaHealthlineWikipediaJohns
Hopkins MedicineHealthyChildren.org.
Interventions: Often requires surgical repair,
possibly prenatal or postnatal, and ongoing multidisciplinary care WikipediaMayo
ClinicMayo
ClinicVerywell
Health.
Other Related Variants (Closed Neural Tube Defects)
Lipomyelomeningocele and lipomeningocele are
closed forms (sometimes called closed spinal lesions) that fall under spina
bifida occulta but may involve tethering of spinal cord or fatty masses
attached to neural tissue NINDSshinecharity.org.ukJohns
Hopkins Medicine.
Diastematomyelia, another closed variant, involves a split
spinal cord and may present with hair, dimples, or neurological deficits, often
detected later in childhood
Quiz
& Worksheet - Spina Bifida Features & Types | Study.com
no noticeable signs. Some individuals may have a tuft of
hair, dimple, dark spot, or birthmark on their lower back NYU Langone
HealthWikipediaVerywell Health.
Prevalence: Occurs in about 12% of people, often
incidentally found via imaging Verywell Health.
Complications: Rarely, tethered cord syndrome may
develop, leading to neurological symptoms later NYU Langone
HealthWikipediaVerywell Health.
2. Meningocele
Definition: A sac of spinal fluid protrudes through an
opening in the spine, but the spinal cord remains intact within the canal Mayo ClinicHealthyChildren.orgHealthline.
Symptoms: May include mild bladder or bowel issues,
but serious nerve damage is uncommon Mayo ClinicCleveland
Clinic.
Severity: Less common, with limited neurological
involvement.
3. Myelomeningocele
Definition: The most severe form. The spinal canal
remains open, and a sac protrudes containing both spinal fluid and neural
tissue (cord and nerves) Mayo ClinicHealthlineHealthyChildren.org.
Symptoms: Typically results in significant leg
weakness or paralysis, bladder and bowel dysfunction, orthopedic issues
(clubfoot, scoliosis), and often hydrocephalus (fluid buildup in the
brain) WikipediaHealthlineWikipediaJohns Hopkins
MedicineHealthyChildren.org.
Interventions: Often requires surgical repair,
possibly prenatal or postnatal, and ongoing multidisciplinary care WikipediaMayo ClinicMayo ClinicVerywell Health.
Other Related Variants (Closed Neural Tube Defects)
Lipomyelomeningocele and lipomeningocele are
closed forms (sometimes called closed spinal lesions) that fall under spina
bifida occulta but may involve tethering of spinal cord or fatty masses
attached to neural tissue NINDSshinecharity.org.ukJohns Hopkins
Medicine.
Diastematomyelia, another closed variant, involves a split
spinal cord and may present with hair, dimples, or neurological deficits, often
detected later in childhood
Quiz &
Worksheet - Spina Bifida Features & Types | Study.com
