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The giant umbilical cord.

B E Wildhaber1, E Antonelli, R E Pfister

  • 1University Children's Hospital, 6, Rue Willy-Donzé, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland.

Archives of Disease in Childhood. Fetal and Neonatal Edition
|October 26, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Giant umbilical cord is a rare condition easily diagnosed during pregnancy and after birth. This case highlights diagnostic and management considerations for this umbilical cord malformation.

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Area of Science:

  • Perinatology
  • Fetal Medicine
  • Neonatal Surgery

Background:

  • The giant umbilical cord is an uncommon umbilical cord anomaly.
  • It presents unique diagnostic and management challenges in perinatal care.

Observation:

  • This report details a specific case of giant umbilical cord.
  • The condition is readily identifiable through prenatal imaging.
  • Postnatal diagnosis is typically straightforward and unmistakable.

Findings:

  • Giant umbilical cord malformation requires prompt recognition.
  • Surgical intervention is frequently necessary for affected newborns.

Implications:

  • Early diagnosis via prenatal scans is crucial for optimal outcomes.
  • Understanding this rare finding aids in appropriate clinical management.
  • Highlights the importance of specialized neonatal surgical consultation.

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