Spina bifida occulta
MONDO:0000859The mildest form of spina bifida, characterized by any of several neural tube defects which may go undetected until an x-ray is performed. Treatment is symptomatic.
Also known as: closed spinal dysraphism, spina bifida occulta, spina bifida occulta (disease)
4 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a simple exercise combo protect hearts in spinal cord injury?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether combining electrical stimulation cycling with blood flow restriction cuffs is safe and doable for people with chronic spinal cord injury. Six adults will try the 20-minute exercise sessions over 6 weeks. The goal is to see if this approach can be us…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dr. B. Catharine. Craven • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Spinal cord snip: could a simple surgery ease hidden tethered cord symptoms?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether cutting a fibrous strand at the end of the spinal cord (filum terminale) can relieve symptoms of occult tethered cord syndrome better than medical management alone. Twenty people aged 2 to 80 who have not improved with standard care will be ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC