myelomenia

/maɪˌloʊmɪˈniːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A congenital defect of the spine, in which the meninges protrude through a vertebral defect into the spinal canal, often associated with spina bifida.

“The child’s diagnosis of myelomenia required immediate medical attention to prevent further damage to the spinal cord.”

Synonyms

  • myeloschisis
  • spina bifida

Antonyms

  • healthy spinal cord
  • normal spine development