Stem cell patch surgery to mend spina bifida in the womb
Three babies have been born after receiving the landmark treatment in the US. …
Without treatment, spina bifida can sometimes lead to a range of lifelong issues, including problems with mobility because of nerve damage. In extreme cases, the spinal canal remains open and exposed. If the defect is not closed to protect it shortly before or after birth, it can cause total paralysis of the legs.
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