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The causes of this disorder are heterogeneous and include chromosome abnormalities, single gene disorders, and teratogenic exposures. However, the cause is not known in most cases. Up to 70% of spina bifida cases can be prevented by maternal, periconceptional folic …
The causes of this disorder are heterogeneous and include chromosome abnormalities, single gene disorders, and teratogenic exposures. …