Cutaneous presentations of omphalomesenteric duct remnant: a systematic review of the literature

Disorders of the umbilicus are commonly seen in infancy including: hernias, infections, anomalies, granulomas and malignancies. Meticulous inspection of the umbilicus at birth may reveal a persisting embryonic remnant such as omphalomesenteric duct (OMD), manifested by a variety of cutaneous signs such as: an umbilical mass, granulation tissue or discharge.

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