myelocele

/maɪˈɛləsiːl/

Definitions

1. noun

a congenital defect in the spine characterized by a sac-like protrusion of the meninges and spinal cord, often resulting in hydrocephalus.

“The baby was born with a myelocele, which would require immediate medical attention to correct the spinal defect.”

Synonyms

  • meningocele
  • spina bifida

Antonyms

  • healthy spine
  • normal spinal development