The most common problem of children born with a myelomeningocele is:
a. Neurogenic bladder. c. Respiratory compromise.
b. Intellectual impairment. d. Cranioschisis.
ANS: A
Myelomeningocele is one of the most common causes of neuropathic (neurogenic) bladder dysfunction among children. Risk of intellectual impairment is minimized through early intervention and management of hydrocephalus. Respiratory compromise is not a common problem in myelomeningocele. Cranioschisis is a skull defect through which various tissues protrude. It is not associated with myelomeningocele.
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