Spina bifida mortality by clinical and demographic characteristics using the New York State birth defects registry, 2008-2016

Author

Anaclare Mackenzie Sullivan, University at Albany, State University of New YorkFollow

Date of Award

1-1-2020

Language

English

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

College/School/Department

Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Program

Epidemiology

Content Description

1 online resource (iv, 35 pages)

Dissertation/Thesis Chair

Michele Herdt

Committee Members

Allison Appleton

Keywords

birth defects, mortality, spina bifida, Spina bifida, Birth injuries

Subject Categories

Epidemiology | Public Health

Abstract

Background: Spina bifida is the most common neural tube defect. It has been associated with increased mortality, disability, and may require lifelong medical care. Few previous studies have assessed the impact that maternal race/ethnicity or variations in clinical features of the disease may have on mortality.

Recommended Citation

Sullivan, Anaclare Mackenzie, "Spina bifida mortality by clinical and demographic characteristics using the New York State birth defects registry, 2008-2016" (2020). Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024). 2590.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/legacy-etd/2590