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