What are the key primary care issues in spina bifida?
As spina bifida emanates from a neural tube disorder it is an evolving disease involving multiple organ systems. Routine surveillance must involve regular review of the neurological, urological & musculoskeletal systems. In summary, incontinence in spina bifida is due to a neurogenic bladder and bowel requiring careful surveillance of neurological change. Go to Chapter 1 for more information.
