Spina Bifida: Understanding and Managing the Condition across the Lifespan. A Practical Guide for Families (en Inglés) - Kelly Cho;Cheryl Tveit;Rachelle Lavalier;Lily Collison;Linda E. Krach;Tom F. Novacheck

Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that results in incomplete closure of the vertebrae, muscles, and skin that normally surround and protect the spinal cord and nerves. Initial management focuses on restoring protection for the spinal cord and nerves and monitoring the brain closely.

This practical guide addresses the most common type of spina bifida, myelomeningocele, its associated conditions across the lifespan, and the evidence-based best practice treatments. It also includes the lived experience of families. The writing of Spina Bifida was led by Kelly Cho, MD, Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physician at Gillette Children’s, a world-renowned center of excellence for the treatment of brain, bone, and movement conditions. This book is part of the Gillette Children’s Healthcare Series, a series of books for families who are looking for clear, comprehensive information. Health care professionals, researchers, educators, students, and extended family members will also benefit from reading it.

Other titles in the series include:

• Craniosynostosis

• Idiopathic Scoliosis

• Spastic Hemiplegia—Unilateral Cerebral Palsy

• Spastic Quadriplegia—Bilateral Cerebral Palsy

• Spastic Diplegia—Bilateral Cerebral Palsy, second edition

• Epilepsy

• Scoliosis—Congenital, neuromuscular, syndromic, and other nonidiopathic types

• Osteogenesis Imperfecta