Umbilical preservation in omphalocele repair.
A newborn with a large omphalocele is presented. A new technique of umbilical preservation is introduced. The cosmetic result was excellent, and the method is suitable for both primary and staged omphalocele repairs.
Uceda
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Department of Pediatric Surgery, Methodist Medical Center, Dallas, TX.
D005260:Female; D006554:Hernia, Umbilical / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative / Q000379:methods; D014472:Umbilicus / Q000601:surgery*