Umbilical stump

What does "Umbilical stump" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

An umbilical stump is what remains of a baby's umbilical cord after it has been cut at birth. This small piece of cord is left attached to the baby's belly button. Over time, usually within 1 to 2 weeks after birth, the stump dries out, turns black, and falls off naturally, leaving behind the belly button.

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