There is scarcity of data on prevalence of neural tube defects (NTDs) in lower‐income
countries. Local data are important to understand the real burden of the problem and …

Introduction Unlike developing countries, including Ethiopia the identification of the risk
factors in decreasing the burden of neural tube defects (NTDs) is well established in the …

Introduction Neural tube defect is one of the top five most serious birth defects in the world.
In Ethiopia an accurate estimate of the trend and burden of neural tube defects is still …

Introduction Neural tube defects are the major causes of fetal loss and considerable
disabilities in infants. Currently, there is no significant research on the incidence of Neural …

Abstract Background Neural tube defects (NTDs) are a group of disorders that arise from the
failure of the neural tube close between 21 and 28 days after conception. About 90% of …

Abstract Background Neural tube defects (NTDs) are associated with high rates of neonatal
mortality and morbidity worldwide. The promotion of folic acid fortification and …

ABSTRACT Background: Neural tube defects (NTDs), one of the most common congenital
malformations, are potentially preventable cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality …

Introduction Neural tube defects affect the brain and the spinal cord of the developing
embryo. The defects occur due to incomplete or failure of closure of the neural tube. The …

Background Neural tube defects are common congenital anomalies that result from early
malformation in the development of the spinal cord and brain. It is related to substantial …

Neural tube defects remain a major problem in developing countries, but there are limited
comprehensive national reports to date in Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the …