what is spina bifida occulta? Do you have different forms eg mild/severe?
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what is spina bifida occulta? Do you have different forms eg mild/severe?
Spina bifida occulta is the developmental failure of the laminae of the vertbrae (L5/S1 usually, I
think), to fuse, leaving a space in the vertebral arch. Its existance and location is often shown by
a tuft of hair on the back. I don't think there are any back problems associated. Moore & Dalley say
that the defect occurs in up to 24% of the population, actually.Spina bifida cystica is the more severe condition, where vertebral arches are almost non-existant,
and this leads to herniation of meninges (the spinal cord comes out of the vertebral column). The
herniation causes a cyst on the back at the superficial location. Moore & Dalley suggest that
usually neurological symptoms are present, including limb paralysis and bladder disturbances.JM
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