The most severe form of spina bifida,in which the spinal cord and meninges protrude through the spine,is called:
A) meningocele.
B) myelomeningocele.
C) occulta.
D) myeloma.
E) myelostenosis.

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The most severe form of spina bifida, in which the spinal cord and meninges protrude through the spine, is called myelomeningocele. Meningocele refers to the protrusion of only the meninges, while occulta refers to a mild form of spina bifida where the defect is not visible externally. Myeloma and myelostenosis are not related to spina bifida.

The Most Severe Form of Spina Bifida,in Which the Spinal