What Is Spina Bifida? A Comprehensive Guide to Diagnosis and Care-LivLong365

Spina bifida is a neural tube defect (NTD) that occurs when the neural tube fails to close properly during pregnancy, resulting in a gap or opening in the spine. It belongs to a group of birth defects that affect the brain and/or spine. This condition causes the developing baby's spinal cord to not form correctly while in the womb.