Prenatal Repair of Spina Bifida: A 2-Center Experience with Open Intrauterine Neurosurgery in Chile

Abstract

Prenatal neurosurgical repair of OSB is a complex and challenging intervention. Major complications include perinatal death and severe prematurity. No major maternal complications occurred in our series. A reduction in the need for cerebrospinal fluid diversion and an improved ability to walk seem to be the greatest long-term advantages of this procedure.