Umbilicus
Umbilicus
Umbilicus (pronounced: um-bi-li-kus), also known as the navel or belly button, is a central scar on the abdomen at the attachment site of the umbilical cord.
Etymology
The term "umbilicus" is derived from the Latin word "umbilīcus", which means "navel". It is a diminutive form of "umbo", meaning a boss or a shield, due to its rounded shape.
Anatomy
The umbilicus is located in the center of the abdomen, and it marks the point where the umbilical cord was attached during fetal development. The umbilicus is surrounded by the abdominal muscles, and it is a prominent landmark on the surface of the abdomen.
Related Terms
- Umbilical cord: The lifeline that connects the fetus to the mother in the womb.
- Umbilical hernia: A condition where the belly button bulges out due to a weakness in the abdominal wall.
- Umbilical vein: The vein that carries oxygenated blood from the placenta to the fetus.
- Umbilical artery: The arteries that carry deoxygenated blood from the fetus to the placenta.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Umbilicus
- Wikipedia's article - Umbilicus
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