A newborn is diagnosed with a congenital anomaly characterized by a sac-like protrusion on the lower back, covered by skin, which contains both meninges and neural tissue. Which of the following is the most accurate term for this condition?

The correct answer to the question "A newborn is diagnosed with a congenital anomaly characterized by a sac-like protrusion on the lower back, covered by skin, which contains both meninges and neural tissue. Which of the following is the most accurate term for this condition?" is Option C: Myelomeningocele.

The other options — A) Spina bifida occulta, B) Meningocele, D) Anencephaly — are incorrect for this USMLE Exam Prep question. As explained above: Myelomeningocele is a severe form of spina bifida where the spinal cord and meninges protrude through an opening in the back, typically covered by skin. Meningocele involves only meninges, while spin…