Patent urachus
Articles > Editorial · 2016
Authors: Balik, E., Ulman, İ., Avanoglu, A.
DergiPark (Istanbul University), International, 2016
Summary
Patent urachus is a congenital anomaly which results from the failure of the obliteration of the ventral aspect of the cloaca. Careful history and physical examination usually suffice to make the diagnosis. A neonate with patent urachus is presented, diagnostic and therapeutic implications are discussed.