Anterior myelomeningocele treatment
see Anterior sacral myelomeningocele treatment.
Treatment for anterior myelomeningocele typically involves surgical repair. The goal of surgery is to protect the exposed spinal cord and nerves from damage and to prevent infection. The surgery may be performed shortly after birth, or it may be delayed until the child is several months old. In some cases, multiple surgeries may be needed to correct the defect and address associated complications.