A Novel Strategy for Umbilical Granuloma Removal: Cutting off with a Nylon Suture Thread

Authors

  • Kazuto Taniguchi Tara Town Hospital, Tara, Saga 849-1602, Japan.
  • Kazutaka Mizuta Tara Town Hospital, Tara, Saga 849-1602, Japan.
  • Kazuyasu Uemichi Tara Town Hospital, Tara, Saga 849-1602, Japan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/jnps.v42i3.45499

Keywords:

Epithelialization, infant, nylon suture thread, omphalitis, umbilical granuloma

Abstract

Umbilical granuloma is a common umbilical problem in infants. Although various modalities are available for the treatment of umbilical granulomas, the best method remains controversial. A 7-week-old infant presented with umbilical granuloma followed by omphalitis. We treated the omphalitis first to prevent local inflammation. On the following day, the umbilical granuloma was successfully cut off with a nylon suture thread. No residue of the granuloma was left behind and no signs of local inflammation appeared. Umbilical granuloma can be successfully removed with a nylon suture thread. Treatment for omphalitis before granuloma removal may be useful to prevent local inflammation.

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Published

2022-12-31

How to Cite

Taniguchi, K., Mizuta, K., & Uemichi, K. (2022). A Novel Strategy for Umbilical Granuloma Removal: Cutting off with a Nylon Suture Thread. Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society, 42(3), 67–69. https://doi.org/10.3126/jnps.v42i3.45499

Issue

Vol. 42 No. 3 (2022)

Section

Case Reports

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