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If you're new to spina bifida or are supporting someone whose been recently diagnosed and wants to learn more about their condition, choose from the options below.
Click here for an introduction to the condition, it's effects and how it occurs.
Spina bifida is present from birth and can take several forms. We've listed them here along with an explanation of each one.
Information about what action is taken shortly after the birth of a child with spina bifida.
In some circumstances, surgery to close a spina bifida lesion may be possible before birth. Click here for more information.