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Ignacio Delgado

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Open spinal dysraphism occurs as a consequence of failed neurulation during embryological development and includes two subtypes, myelomeningocele and myelocele. Intrauterine fetal repair can result in reversal of the associated Chiari II malformation and is now considered a treatment option. The main imaging method for prenatal detection, management, and monitoring of open neural tube defects is US, but MRI is essential for the preoperative assessment, indications and workup for fetal surgery, and postnatal follow-up. This prospective study describes the contribution of MRI in this clinical scenario. Read More

Meeting name: IPR 2016 Conjoint Meeting & Exhibition , 2016

Authors: Vazquez Elida, Delgado Ignacio, Sanchez-montañez Angel, Barber Ignasi

Keywords: Fetal, Neonatal, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Myelomeningocele, Spina bifida