Survival and causes of death in adults with spina bifida in Sweden: a population-based case-control study

CONCLUSION: Adults with spina bifida in Sweden have a lower survival rate compared with the general population, with the frequency of certain causes of death differing between the two groups. In order to reduce excess premature mortality, prevention and careful management of potentially fatal conditions are essential throughout a patient's lifespan.PMID:38010218 | DOI:10.2340/jrm.v55.18244
Source: Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Source Type: research