Caring for the Child with Spina Bifida - 09/07/21
, Betsy D. Hopson, MHSA b, Jeffrey P. Blount, MD aRésumé |
Care for a child with spina bifida can be complex, requiring multiple specialists. Neurosurgical care centers around the initial closure or repair of the spinal defect, followed by management of hydrocephalus, symptoms of the Chiari 2 malformation, and tethered cord. 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.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Spina bifida, Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, Chiari 2 malformation, Transition of care
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Vol 68 - N° 4
P. 915-927 - août 2021 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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