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: A rarer type where a sac of fluid (meninges) pokes through an opening in the baby's back, but the spinal cord itself is not in the sac.

Many people with spina bifida lead active, fulfilling lives, though they may require ongoing medical support for mobility, bladder, and bowel function. : A rarer type where a sac of

| Intervention | Purpose | |--------------|---------| | | Repair spinal defect in utero to reduce neurological damage | | Postnatal closure surgery | Within 24–48 hours after birth to prevent infection | | Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt | Treats hydrocephalus | | Bladder management | Catheterization, medications | | Physical/occupational therapy | Improve mobility and independence | | Orthopedic surgery | Correct bone deformities | : A rarer type where a sac of

Spina bifida is classified into three main types: : A rarer type where a sac of

: A rarer type where a sac of fluid pokes through an opening in the back, but the spinal cord remains in place.