An Unusual Localization of the Umbilicus in a Neonate

Abstract We report the case of a male neonate with a low-set umbilicus. Physical examination revealed an appropriately grown term infant with no unusual findings, except ectopically placed umbilical cord at the level of the bladder in the hypogastric zone. The infant underwent detailed investigation...

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Main Authors: Alkim Öden Akman, Nazile Erturk, Sumru Kavurt, Ulker Celik, Ozge Aydemir, Cuneyt Yesiltepe, Ahmet Yagmur Bas, Nihal Demirel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Georg Thieme Verlag KG 2013-03-01
Series:European Journal of Pediatric Surgery Reports
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Online Access:http://www.thieme-connect.de/DOI/DOI?10.1055/s-0033-1337113
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Summary:Abstract We report the case of a male neonate with a low-set umbilicus. Physical examination revealed an appropriately grown term infant with no unusual findings, except ectopically placed umbilical cord at the level of the bladder in the hypogastric zone. The infant underwent detailed investigations that revealed no associated malformation. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case with very distinct localization of the umbilicus without any congenital abnormalities.
ISSN:2194-7619
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