MULTIDISCIPLINARY THERAPEUTIC PLAN FOR CHILDREN WITH MYELOMENINGOCELE IN A UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL IN RIO GRANDE DO NORTE

Abstract

Myelomeningocele (MM) is a neural tube defect that occurs between the third and fifth weeks of intrauterine life characterized by failure of fusion of posterior elements of the spine, with subsequent protrusion of the spinal cord and meninges. In addition to motor, sensory and coordination abnormalities, children with MM may have several health problems associated with the disease. In this sense, the concept of care prints a model of care focused on integrality and provides child, caregiver and family with a more solid and effective care model. Thus, the aim of this paper is to present the experience of setting a multidisciplinary treatment plan for children with MM. After hospitalization, a multidisciplinary anamnesis was performed, which subsidized a free discussion that resulted in the construction of a multidisciplinary treatment plan targeted at the child, caregiver and family. The multidisciplinary action, despite the challenges, is presented as a promising and irreversible way of support in health care, and this proposal is expected to provide care based on integrality and empowerment of amilies and caregivers of children with MM in order to minimize the difficulties concerning to assistance and care. DESCRIPTORS Health Programs and Plans. Meningomyelocele. Comprehensive Health Care. Patient Care Team.