Caring for the Child with Spina Bifida
This article reviews definitions and types of spina bifida, considerations surrounding the initial treatment, including fetal surgery, and the ongoing neurosurgical management of common comorbid conditions. The role of interdisciplinary care is stressed, as well as the importance of coordinated transition to adult care at an appropriate age and developmental stage.
Source: Pediatric Clinics of North America - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Brandon G. Rocque, Betsy D. Hopson, Jeffrey P. Blount Source Type: research
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