The normal position of the umbilicus in the newborn: an aid to improving the cosmetic result in exomphalos major.
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE The aim of this study was to determine the normal position of the umbilicus and hence improve the cosmetic result of exomphalos major repair. METHODS The position of the umbilicus was determined in 50 neonates with respect to the xiphisternum and pubis. RESULTS The normal umbilical position is 60% of the way from the inferior border of the xiphisternum to the superior border of the pubis in the midline. CONCLUSION In the repair of exomphalos major, the most aesthetically pleasing result is obtained if the umbilicus is placed 60% of the way from the xiphisternum to the pubis.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of pediatric surgery
دوره 36 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2001