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Newborn Health Conditions

Meningocele

Some babies are born with a meningocele, which is a sac that pushes through the gap in the spine. With surgery to fix the problem, most babies with a meningocele live a healthy, normal life.

Myelomeningocele

Myelomeningocele is a type of spina bifida in which a baby is born with a gap in the bones of the spine.

Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a metabolic disorder caused by a defect in the enzyme that breaks down an amino acid. PKU is treatable when it is found early.

Treating Gastroschisis - Gastroschisis Silo (Video)

Gastroschisis is when a baby is born with the intestines, and sometimes other organs, sticking out through a hole in the belly wall near the umbilical cord. A gastroschisis silo allow the intestines to slowly move into the belly.