Birth Defect Surgery

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Spina Bifida Surgery is a delicate and critical procedure performed to repair a neural tube defect in newborns, where part of the spinal cord and surrounding structures fail to develop properly. This condition can lead to nerve damage, paralysis, and lifelong disability if left untreated.

In this medically accurate animation, we walk you through the journey of a newborn diagnosed with Myelomeningocele, the most severe form of Spina Bifida. You will see:

What causes Spina Bifida during early fetal development

How prenatal imaging (like ultrasound and MRI) helps detect it before birth

The anatomy of the defect – how the spinal cord protrudes through the back

A step-by-step visual of the postnatal surgical procedure, including:

Exposing the defect

Closing the spinal cord membrane (meninges)

Reconstructing the muscle and skin layers to protect the spine

Post-surgery care in neonatal intensive care

Long-term outcomes and rehabilitation support

This powerful video aims to spread awareness about Spina Bifida and the incredible advancements in pediatric neurosurgery that allow many affected babies to lead improved, functional lives.