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Spinal bifida may result in a hernia of the spinal cord and its covering membrane protruding to the outside of the body. this condition is known as:

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This condition is known as Myelomeningocele. This can affect humans of all ages, but is more commonly found in babies who've had birth defects where the spine doesn't develop fully. This can be treated shortly after birth with a surgery.
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