Spina bifida bij volwassenen

Translated title of the contribution: Spina bifida in adults

Sanne L. Jansen*, Janneke M. Stolwijk-Swüste

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Spina bifida (SB) is a developmental disorder of the central nerve system. Due to incomplete closure of the neural tube, there is a congenital spinal cord lesion, which can be accompanied by cerebral anomalies. Due to folic acid suppletion and antenatal screening, the incidence of SB has decreased. Improvements in urological and specialized health care have led to a longer life expectancy and better quality of life. Lifelong care should take place in a multidisciplinary team, including a urologist experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of neurogenic bladder disorders and concomitant problems, such as urinary tract infections, urolithiasis and malignancies.

Translated title of the contributionSpina bifida in adults
Original languageDutch
Pages (from-to)152-158
Number of pages7
JournalTijdschrift voor Urologie
Volume14
Issue number6-7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2024

Keywords

  • Lifelong
  • Neuro-urology
  • Spina bifida

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