A dura graft, sometimes obtained from a tissue bank, is required. This helps seal the spinal defect in watertight fashion. Nerve elements are separated from the lipoma in a way somewhat similar to that which would be used to separate skin in the case of myelomeningocele. Risks Certain risks must be considered with any surgery. This will become more pronounced after myelomeningocele closure.
Surgical death can occur.
Unforeseen, unimaginable, and unanticipated numerous other problems can arise. Prognosis Overall results and treatment of myelomeningocele may vary greatly. Most children born with spine bifida are active newborns, who have a defect that, if not corrected, may be lethal or may lead to continuous spinal fluid leak, infections, and enormous overgrowth of the head. The complexity of this problem involves more than loss of use of the lower extremities. A multidisciplinary team approach is required.