Anencephaly
…A family history of spina bifida and/or anencephaly is one of the strongest risk factors for recurrence. Most cases of anencephaly have a recurrence risk of between 2% and 5%…
2020 Connexions Magazine Available Online
…with conditions such as spina bifida, IUGR and tetralogy of fallot, as well as learning more about PCOS and pregnancy, or the importance around birth photography. The issue is also…
Birth Defect Diagnosis: Understanding Your Options
…1,300 surgical interventions. Spina bifida/Myelomeningocele: We don’t repair all types; just the most severe. We have performed over 150 open and fetoscopic procedures. Bladder Outlet Obstruction (BOO): Our physicians have…
Toddler’s Unstoppable Smile Defies Challenging Start due to LUTO Fetal Diagnosis
…transfusion syndrome, fetal spina bifida, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, LUTO and others. Caring for some of the most complex fetal and pregnancy cases has led to pushing the envelope when it…
Q & A with a Trailblazer: Dr. Scott Adzick at CHOP
…co-led the NIH-funded Management of Myelomeningocele Study (MOMS) at CHOP, breakthrough research proving fetal surgery for spina bifida results in significantly improved outcomes. His steadfast dedication to quality surgical care…