What is Spina bifida?
Title: What is Spina bifida?
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What is Spina bifida?
Category: /Science & Technology
Details: Words: 747 | Pages: 3 (approximately 235 words/page)
What is Spina Bifida?
Spina bifida is a neural tube defect (NTD) which occurs within the first four weeks of pregnancy.
The NTD occurs when the vertebrae and/or spinal cord of the
fetus fail to develop properly, and results in varying degrees of damage to the spinal cord and
nervous system. The damage is permanent. SB is usually accompanied
by hydrocephalus. Treatment is urgent to minimize further neurological damage in the opening in
the
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or hydrocephalus can look forward to a future which
holds more options than ever before. To allow the individual to reach his or her potential, however,
the cooperation of society and the coordination of services 
medical, nursing, social, educational and community  is vital.
Spina Bifida Associations across Canada offer support and educational materials to parents,
families, and individuals with spina bifida or hydrocephalus, as well as
to educators, care givers and other professionals.