Umbilical vein ligamentum teres remnant

What does "Umbilical vein ligamentum teres remnant" 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

The "umbilical vein ligamentum teres remnant" refers to a leftover part of the umbilical vein that can be found in the body after birth. When a baby is in the womb, the umbilical vein carries oxygen-rich blood from the mother to the baby. After birth, this vein is no longer needed and usually turns into a ligament, a kind of connective tissue. However, sometimes a part of the vein remains, which is what is referred to as the "ligamentum teres remnant".

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