Womb surgery with umbilical cord patch may protect babies from spina bifida damage
NCT ID NCT04243889
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study tests a new way to repair spina bifida in the womb using a special patch made from donated human umbilical cord tissue. The surgery is done through tiny cuts (fetoscopic) to cover the spinal defect and prevent fluid leaks. About 50 pregnant women carrying babies with spina bifida will take part. The goal is to see if this patch helps reduce health problems after birth.
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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