"Corniche Hospital" He successfully repairs spina bifida with an intrauterine laparoscopic technique
Abu Dhabi, April 26 / WAM / Corniche Hospital, a subsidiary of SEHA within the PureHealth Group, has successfully performed a pioneering operation to repair spina bifida in utero using fetal laparoscopy with the help of a surgical incision.
Spina bifida is a congenital condition that arises as a result of the incomplete closure of the spinal cord and spine during the early stages of pregnancy, which leads to the exposure of part of the spinal cord and may result in nerve damage and permanent disabilities for life.
Dr. Werner Gerhard Diehl, Consultant and Head of the Department of Fetal Medicine at Corniche Hospital, stressed that this case embodies the advanced capabilities of fetal medicine in making a tangible difference in the outcomes of complex cases, pointing out that although there is no definitive treatment for spina bifida, this type of intervention contributes to reducing postpartum complications, while maintaining the priority of the mother’s safety.
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