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John chose UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute for his open heart surgery because of its reputation. As a survivor, he's instilling how precious life is for his family and students.
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John chose UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute for his open heart surgery because of its reputation. As a survivor, he's instilling how precious life is for his family and students.
Learn more at UPMC.com/Heart


![Myelomeningocele: What it is, Symptoms, Risks, Diagnosis & Treatment Options | UPMC On Topic
[SP] Pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Martin Piazza discusses Myelomeningocele, a condition where part of an unborn babys spinal cord and the nerves around it stick out through an opening in the babys back. Learn what Myelomeningocele is, how it’s treated, and how UPMC provides specialized maternal–fetal and neurosurgical care. This video covers symptoms, risks, and fetal vs. post‑birth repair options.
0:00 - What Is Myelomeningocele?
0:17 - Complications of Myelomeningocele
0:45 - Who Myelomeningocele affects most
1:14 - Myelomeningocele treatment options
1:54 - UPMCs Innovate techniques to treat Myelomeningocele
2:14 - Myelomeningocele programs at UPMC
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