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Medical Conditions - Omphalectomy

Omphalectomy or umbilectomy is the surgical excision of the belly button or umbilicus. It is indicated in case of a large umbilical hernia, cancer of the umbilicus, and infections.

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How can I care for my post-omphalectomy wound?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you said, the wound has been there for the last 20 days, and it has reached a chronic stage.

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