LA02.0

ICD-11 MMS 2026-01

Spina bifida cystica

Description

A condition caused by failure of the neural tube to correctly develop during the antenatal period. This condition is characterised by nerve damage and the presence of meningoceles on the back. This condition may present with physical or mental impairment.

Exclusions from above levels

  • LA03 – Arnold-Chiari malformation type II
  • LA07.4 – Arnold-Chiari malformation type I
  • LB73.0 – Occult spinal dysraphism
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  • http://id.who.int/icd/entity/733825440 – Inborn errors of metabolism

Child codes

  • LA02.00 – Myelomeningocele with hydrocephalus
  • LA02.01 – Myelomeningocele without hydrocephalus
  • LA02.02 – Myelocystocele
  • LA02.0Y – Other specified spina bifida cystica
  • LA02.0Z – Spina bifida cystica, unspecified

Sibling codes

  • LA02.1 – Spina bifida aperta
  • LA02.Y – Other specified spina bifida
  • LA02.Z – Spina bifida, unspecified

Foundation entity

Spina bifida cystica – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/979482551

Allowed postcoordination axes

Part of: LA02: Spina bifida › 20: Developmental anomalies