When the fetus is inside the mother's uterus the umbilical cord is what connects the baby's blood circulation to the mother. Through the umbilical cord, the placenta transfers all the necessary nutrients and oxygen to the baby, till birth. At the time of birth, the doctor cuts the umbilical cord and a small stump remains in its place. It falls off eventually.
Velamentous Cord Insertion- Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Complications, Diagnosis, and Treatment.
Velamentous cord insertion is a rare complication where the umbilical cord is abnormally inserted into the placenta. Read below to learn more.
Single Umbilical Artery - Causes, Diagnosis, and Management
It is a congenital anomaly that can lead to renal and cardiovascular abnormalities in the newborn. Read the article to know more.
Omphalitis: An Overview
An infant with omphalitis, a bacterial infection of the umbilical stump, a short portion of the cord, is usually treated with antibiotics and some care.
Umbilical Cord Care: An Overview
Umbilical cord care is a critical aspect of newborn care to prevent infections and promote optimal healing.
Management of Umbilical Cord Knots
An umbilical cord knot is a rare phenomenon where the baby's umbilical cord becomes entwined or knotted during its time in the womb.
Umbilical Cord Hemorrhage - An Overview
The stump of the umbilical cord dries up and separates. When the chord splits from the belly button, it might occasionally bleed (navel). Read to know more.
An Overview of Different Umbilical Cord Complications
The umbilical cord is the connection between the baby and the mother. Any complication to it can be harmful to the baby.
