MYELOMENINGOCELE

This study tests a less invasive surgery for unborn babies with spina bifida. Instead of opening the mother's belly and uterus, doctors use a tiny camera (fetoscope) to repair the baby's spine while still in the womb. The goal is to fix the defect and reduce brain pressure, while…

This study looks at two ways to surgically repair spina bifida in the womb. The goal is to close the opening in the baby's spine using a tiny camera and tools inserted through small cuts in the mother's belly. The two methods are one that goes through the belly skin directly and …

This study tests a new type of surgery for unborn babies with spina bifida. Doctors use a tiny camera to place a patch made from donated human umbilical cord over the opening in the baby's spine. The goal is to create a watertight seal that protects the spinal cord and reduces he…

This study looks at breathing problems during sleep in infants with myelomeningocele, a severe form of spina bifida. Researchers compare babies who had surgery before birth versus after birth to see if one group has fewer breathing issues. They also check how these breathing prob…

This study is creating a tool for children with spina bifida (ages 8-17) and their doctors to work together on managing urinary and bowel incontinence. The goal is to let kids and families set personal goals instead of relying only on standard medical targets. The study will meas…

This study looks at 60 newborns who had surgery for a common spine defect called meningomyelocele. Researchers want to see if removing the breathing tube in the operating room, instead of later in the intensive care unit, leads to better breathing and shorter hospital stays. The …