Spinal bifida may result in a hernia of the spinal cord and its covering membrane protruding to the outside of the body.This condition is known as:
A)meningitis.
B)meningomyelocele.
C)hematoma.
D)meningioma.

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Spinal bifida refers to a birth defect in which the neural tube, which develops into the spinal cord and brain, fails to close completely. This can lead to the protrusion of the spinal cord and its covering membrane, a condition known as meningomyelocele. Meningitis, hematoma, and meningioma are not directly related to spinal bifida.

Spinal Bifida May Result in a Hernia of the Spinal