An international consortium of doctors and scientists has identified a genetic cause of myelomeningocele, the most serious form of spina bifida, after almost a decade of work and a detective-like search for cases around the world.
Despite the discovery of folic acid's role in reducing neural tube defects, thousands of babies worldwide still suffer from spina bifida, with not all cases responding to supplements, leading to lifelong disabilities and severe health issues.
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