Stay Current In Pediatric Surgery

In this podcast, we explore the anatomy, conditions, and treatment strategies related to umbilical disorders in newborns and young children with Dr. Rebeccah Brown from Cincinnati Children's.From umbilical cord anatomy and infections like omphalitis to congenital abnormalities like gastroschisis and umbilical hernias, this comprehensive discussion covers key diagnostic and management approaches. We also highlight treatment guidelines for umbilical granulomas and practical tips for avoiding complications with silver nitrate applications.Host: Em Gootee, MD0:00 Introduction0:59 Omphalitis2:00 Umbilical Hernia6:55 Proboscoid Hernia8:48 Umbilical Granuloma10:18 SummaryZens TJ, Rogers A, Cartmill R, Ostlie D, Muldowney BL, Nichol P, Kohler JE. Age-dependent outcomes in asymptomatic umbilical hernia repair. Pediatr Surg Int. 2019 Apr;35(4):463-468. doi: 10.1007/s00383-018-4413-3. Epub 2018 Nov 14. PMID: 30430281. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30430281/Zens T, Nichol PF, Cartmill R, Kohler JE. Management of asympt