Eric Rowlandover 6 years ago

Myelomeningocele

MRI of a baby born with spina bifida Myelomeningocele. In this case, nerve tissue, spinal cord And meninges are exposed. Hind brain herniation can be seen. Due to the excess loss of CSF, cerebellar/hindbrain herniation occurs ( Chiari Malformation ) which further leads to hydrocephalus. Most children born with severe SBM will require placement of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt, however operative approach while the baby is still in the womb is progressing. Due to the presence of such a severe defect, delivery can sometimes be complicated.