User:Emehrabani/Umbilical granuloma

Causes [edit]
Cord clamping technique, routine cord care and hygienic conditions may contribute to the incidence of umbilical granuloma.

Umbilical granulomas occur after umbilical cord removal when the remaining ring of the umbilicus undergoes incomplete wound healing and there is excessive healing tissue, also known as granulation tissue.

Diagnosis[edit]
Umbilical granuloma can be diagnosed from physical examination. If there is a discharge around the navel and the granulation tissue is visible, umbilical granuloma is the first to be suspected. Other additional tests are usually not required, but if continued, ultrasonography (US) can be used for initial diagnosis of of umbilical lesions.

Treatment[edit]
Although there is no singular method of treatment for umbilical granulomas, some treatment options available include common salt, silver nitrate, corticosteroids, and cleaning with alcohol.

Common cooking salt can be used as a safe, accessible treatment option for umbilical granuloma.

Complications[edit]
If an infection occurs, omphalitis may occur. If there isn't therapeutic effect after cauterization, it may be an vitelline duct which is a residue of the ovary.