SCHISTORRHACHIS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a not uncommon congenital defect in which a vertebra is malformed

Example: unless several vertebrae are affected or there is myelomeningocele there are few symptoms; can be diagnosed by amniocentesis

Synonyms

Rachischisis, Schistorrhachis, Spina bifida