Spina Bifida and Brain Development: Understanding Cerebrum & Brainstem

No, the cerebrum and part of the brain stem do develop in spina bifida.

In spina bifida, the neural tube fails to close completely during fetal development, leading to defects in the formation of the spine and spinal cord.

However, the cerebrum and brain stem, which are located in the upper part of the neural tube, typically develop normally.