Researchers are studying a new minimally invasive technique (fetoscopic repair) for repair of spina bifida (MMC) during the second trimester of pregnancy. Researchers are trying to determine if this less invasive surgical approach will have less risk to the mother and at the same time adequate closure of the fetal spina bifida defect.
Age range
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Maternal Adverse Events
Timeframe: From time of surgery until delivery (up to 21 weeks)
Neonatal Adverse Events
Timeframe: From the time of surgery until 28 days of life (up 25 weeks)