摘要

Double neural tube defect is a rare congenital problem. A case illustration and current literatures on neural tube closure theory are discussed. The available theories are summarised and compared with regard to the case report. A preterm baby with a parietal encephalocele and thoracic myelomeningocele is reported and management described. A two-staged surgery was performed. The present case, the first described in Southeast Asia, appears to support a multi-site closure theory.

  • 出版日期2010-5