SPINA BIFIDA

Spina bifida is a birth defect that occurs when the spine and spinal cord don't form properly. It's a type of
neural tube defect. The neural tube is the structure in a developing embryo that eventually becomes the baby's brain,
spinal cord and the tissues that enclose them.

TYPES OF SPINA SIGNS AND DIAGNOSTIC EXAMS

TREATMENT

Surgery before birth

BIFIDA:
SYMPTOMS

CAUSES
Cesarean birth
Surgery after birth
Combination of Treatment for complications
genetics and Paralysis
Maternal serum alpha- — such as weak legs, bladder
environmental factors. Cognitive Sysmptoms
fetoprotein test and bowel problems, or
 It’s also believed that (Physican may order hydrocephalus 

Arnold-Chiari Pharmacologic Intervention:

a lack of folic acid, malformation

follow-up tests for - Anticholinergics (oxybutynin
also known as vitamin Myelomeningocele: Birthmark confirmation including chloride, hyoscyamine sulfate)

B-9, plays a role in protrusion and amniocentesis)

- tricyclic antidepressants
20-week ultrasound
( imipramine hydrochloride: may
spina bifida. opened spinal act through anticholinergic
Diabetes and cord Infant ultrasound

Meningocele : effects)

obesity
Fetal MRI - Alpha-Adrenergic
protrusion of
meningis

Occulta:
Opened
posterior NURSING
vertebral INTERVENTIONS

body Physical examination

assistance

Assessment of knowledge
regarding the defect

Prevent of infection

Promote skin integrity

Prevent contractures of
PREVENTION
lower extremities

Take a folic acid supplement as prescribed by a doctor.

Proper positioning of the
newborn

Include leafy green vegetables, nuts, beans, and other foods that contain folic acid in the Promote family coping

diet. In occurrence of diabetes, make sure it’s under control prior to pregnancy. Healthy diet Provide family teaching

and exercise plan. Keep body from overheating from saunas, hot tubs, or a fever.