Spina bifida is among the phenotypes of the larger condition known as neural tube defects
(NTDs). It is the most common central nervous system malformation compatible with life and …

We report two consecutive Caucasian male siblings of nonconsanguineous parents
autopsied at 22 and 13 weeks gestational age both with prenatal diagnosis of Jarcho‐Levin …

Objective. To describe a prenatal diagnostic method for evaluating spina bifida by three‐
dimensional ultrasonography. Methods. Two‐and three‐dimensional ultrasonography were …

Fetuses with neural tube defects (NTDs) maybe associated with syndromes, disorders, and
maternal risk factors. This article provides a comprehensive review of syndromes, disorders …

Neural tube defects (NTDs) such as spina bifida and anencephaly are some of the most
common structural birth defects found in humans. These defects occur due to failures of …

Jarcho Levin syndrome is a congenital disorder characterized by the presence of rib and
vertebral defects at birth. This syndrome is usually diagnosed in newborns with short neck …

Jarcho-Levin syndrome (JLS) causes severe vertebral and thoracic deformity and has an
autosomal-recessive mode of inheritance. Prenatal diagnosis may be difficult in some cases …

Methylmercury (MeHg) is a developmental neurotoxicant and teratogen and is hypothesized
to perturb a wide range of biological processes, like other metals including arsenic (As) and …

Congenital lumbosacral lipomas are the most common form of closed neural tube defects. In
most cases they are diagnosed prenatally or at birth. They may lead to progressive …

OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to determine whether route of birth affects early
neurological outcome in infants with myelomeningocele. STUDY DESIGN: In a retrospective …