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What is the definition or description of: encephalocele?
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Encephalocele: An encephalocele or cranium bifidum is a protrusion of brain and membranes surrounding the brain through an opening in the skull. It is a congenital lesion caused by as a neural tube defect. More about encephalocele https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/encephalocele.html
Answered 5/10/2017
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