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Spina Bifida OrthoFracs

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Description: Definition
Neural tube defects can be grouped under the following terms
Spina bifida - Congential spinal disorder where the two halves of posterior arches fail to fuse leading to bony abnormality
Spinal dysraphism - Failure of the neural tube to close
Myelodysplasia - Any developmental defect of the spinal cord

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Added: Mon Sep 28 2009
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