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1. Myelomeningocele
Pictures, Diagnosis
and Case Studies
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2. Fetus at autopsy
Note the defect in the lower lumbar region of the spinal column (arrow). The
myelomeningocele can be seen protruding from this defect.

3. Consecutive lumbar vertebrae from this case
Note the defect (arrows) in the two vertebral bodies on the right. This defect was
caused by the failure of the vertebral column to properly fuse.

4. Closer view of the previous photograph showing normal lumbar vertebra from this case
on the left
Once again, note the defect (arrow) in the vertebral body on the right due to the failure of
the vertebral column to close properly.

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