Details of Spinal Dysraphism

Spinal dysraphism is usually a birth defect, a condition that stems from incomplete formation of the neural tubes, which are a bundle of cells that form in the first few weeks of embryo development.

• Severe back pain
• Loss of sensation
• Restricted movement
• Urinary tract infection
• Bowel/bladder function problems

Hereditary factors

Infection

• Physical examination
• Imaging tests: X-ray, CT scan, MRI
• Nerve conduction study
• Biopsy

Spinal dysraphism could be more than one particular condition of the spinal cord, some of which are treated right after birth by realigning bones, tissues and cartilage. In elder patients, the surgeon removes tumours, cysts and other fragments from the spinal cord with the help of fine medical tools.

• Respiratory problems
• Infection
• Fracture
• Bone diseases
• Nerve/tissue damage
• Blood clots