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Spina Bifida Occulta (SBO)

is a group of conditions affecting the spinal column. The spinal column is made of bones, called ā€œvertebrae.ā€ They support the body and protect a large group of nerves, called the ā€œspinal cord.ā€ The spinal cord carries nerve signals from the body to the brain.

VA Benefits: Ā Spina Bifida Occulta is NOT recognized by the VA in the biological children of certain male Korean and of certain male Vietnam-era veterans exposed to Agent Orange – Learn more Ā  Health Info Sheets: Ā Spina Bifida Occulta – a mild form of Spina Bifida – Learn more Spina Bifida Occulta Health Info Sheet Ā  Children of Women Vietnam VeteransĀ :Ā  Birth Defects recognized in the children of women Vietnam veterans – Learn more Ā  Health Registry for Veterans Children: Ā Registry for children of veterans exposed to Agent Orange and Gulf War veterans – Register Here