Neural Tube Defects: A case report
Neural tube defect is rare congenital defect of fetus. I have a case of 13 weeks period of gestation with meningomeyelocele came for termination of pregnancy. The diagnosis was confirmed by ultrasonography. History suggests that patient had previous neural tube defect baby, non-compliance to folic a...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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College of Medical Sciences
2018-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of College of Medical Sciences-Nepal |
| Online Access: | https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/JCMSN/article/view/22032 |
| Summary: | Neural tube defect is rare congenital defect of fetus. I have a case of 13 weeks period of gestation with meningomeyelocele came for termination of pregnancy. The diagnosis was confirmed by ultrasonography. History suggests that patient had previous neural tube defect baby, non-compliance to folic acid supplements. It is concluded that prenatal counseling, adherence to folic acid supplement and regular follow-up can prevent further complication. |
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| ISSN: | 2091-0657 2091-0673 |