221 top medical experts on Spina Bifida Occulta across 34 countries and 19 U.S. states, including 57 MDs (Physicians). This is based on an objective analysis of their Scientific Publications, Clinical Trials, Medicare, and NIH Grants.

  1. Spina Bifida Occulta: A common congenital midline defect of fusion of the vertebral arch without protrusion of the spinal cord or meninges. The lesion is also covered by skin. L5 and S1 are the most common vertebrae involved. The condition may be associated with an overlying area of hyperpigmented skin, a dermal sinus, or an abnormal patch of hair. The majority of individuals with this malformation are asymptomatic although there is an increased incidence of tethered cord syndrome and lumbar spondylosis. (From Joynt, Clinical Neurology, 1992, Ch55, p34)
  2. Clinical guidelines are the recommended starting point to understand initial steps and current protocols in any disease or procedure:
  3. Broader Categories (#Experts): Spinal Dysraphism (1,310).
  4. Clinical Trials ClinicalTrials.gov : at least 3 including 1 Completed, 1 Recruiting
  5. Synonyms: Dermal Sinus,  Closed Spinal Bifida


  

        

                    


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