Multiple Neural Tube Defect

Double neural tube defect is a rare congenital problem. We report a case and discuss about current theories of neural tube closure. A 39 weeks term baby with occipital encephalocele and lumbosacral myelomeningocele is reported and her managementis described. A single-staged surgery was performed. The present case is the first described in South America and seems to support a multi-site closure theory.