Meningohydroencephalocoele
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Template:Infobox medical condition (new) Meningohydroencephalocoele (AmE: meningohydroencephalocele) is a form of meningocele (AmE)—a developmental abnormality of the central nervous system.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Like meningocoele, meningohydroencephalocoele is caused by defects in bone ossification; in particular, the intramembranous ossification related to the closure of infantile fontanelles. It refers to the protrusion of the meninges between the un-fused bones, to lie subcutaneously.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
- Meningocoele - refers to herniation of meninges.
- Meningoencephalocoele refers to the condition if brain tissue is included with the meninges in the herniation.
- Meningohydroencephalocoele refers to the condition including meninges, brain tissue and part of the ventricular system in the herniation.
Encephalocoele defects occur in approximately 1 in 2000 live births.[1]
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