18 Questions
What is the primary difference between a meningocele and a myelomeningocele?
The presence of neurological deficits
What is characteristic of a myelomeningocele?
The spinal cord and nerve roots develop outside of the body
What occurs during the 4th week of gestation?
The elevated margins develop laterally and fuse dorsally
What is a characteristic of myelomeningocele?
Lower motor neuron damage
What can occur in individuals with myelomeningocele?
All of the above
What is not a characteristic of a meningocele?
Neurological deficits are usually present
What is the main difference between Myelomeningocele and Meningocele?
Contents of the sac
What is the characteristic of Spina Bifida Occulta?
Dimpling at the point of poor fusion
What is the cause of Spina Bifida Occulta with neurologic defect?
Abnormal adhesion or tethering to a bony and fixed structure
What is the type of Spina Bifida characterized by a fluid-filled sac visible outside of the back area?
Meningocele
What is the region where Spina Bifida Occulta commonly occurs?
Lumbosacral region
What is the term for the condition where the spinal cord remains intact and is not exposed on the skin?
Spina Bifida Occulta
What is the primary function of rectal dilatation in managing Imperforated Anus?
To ensure proper patency of the rectal sphincter
What is the main difference between Myelomeningocele and Meningocele?
Myelomeningocele has a protrusion of the brain tissue, while Meningocele does not
What is the primary cause of Neural Tube Defects?
Polygenic inheritance pattern
During which week of gestation does the neural tube form?
3-5 weeks
What is the characteristic of Spina Bifida Occulta?
A type of Spina Bifida with no visible defect
What type of Spina Bifida is characterized by a midline defect with failure of the osseous spine to close?
Spina Bifida
This quiz covers the different types of Spina Bifida, including Spina Bifida Occulta, its characteristics, and symptoms. Learn about the defects in the spinal cord and vertebral arches.
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