Urachus
Submitted by health247 on Wed, 2006-10-04 20:48.
Urachus -
Urachus: A canal connecting the bladder of the fetus with the allantois, a Failure for the lumen of the urachus to be filled in
structure that contributes to the formation of the umbilical cord. The lumen
(inside) of the urachus is normally obliterated during embryonic development,
transforming the urachus into a solid cord, a functionless remnant.
leaves a patent (open) urachus. The telltale sign is leakage of urine through the umbilicus. A patent urachus needs to be surgically removed.
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