Spina bifida history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohamadmostafa Jahansouz M.D.[2]

Overview

Early symptoms of patients with spina bifida include: Weakness or paralysis in the legs, Urinary incontinence, Bowel incontinence, Sensation problems in the lower extremity, Motor problems in the lower extrimity, Headache, orthopedic abnormalities, difficulties with executive functions, academic skills problems, learning disability and allergy to latex.

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References

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