Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect that occurs when the spine and spinal cord do not form properly in a developing embryo, according to the Mayo Clinic. It can range from being mild to ...

UC Davis Health’s groundbreaking trial aims to reverse the paralysis of spina bifida before birth. Multiple babies have been born after receiving the world’s first spina bifida treatment ...

Spina bifida isn’t the only condition doctors are addressing differently as more patients survive to adulthood. Dr. Weiner ...

Members of the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurosurgery, the Global Alliance for Prevention of Spina ...

Born with spina bifida and fistula, Janat has faced numerous challenges, but her spirit remains unbroken. “I am blessed to have caring parents who haven’t given up on me,’’ Janat said, her voice ...