The Prevalence and Distribution of Spina Bifida in a Single Major Referral Center in Malaysia

[摘要] BackgroundThe aim of this study is to review the medical history of patients with spina bifida, encompassing both aperta and occulta types born between the years 2003 until 2016, spanning a 13-year time period. We assessed each patient and maternal parent information, details of the defects, and conditions associated with the primary defect. We also include information on patients’ ambulation and education level (where available).

[学科分类] 儿科学

[关键词] spina bifida;University Malaya Medical Centre;prevalence;distribution;13 years study