Umbilical region

Umbilical Region

Diagram of the human abdomen showing the umbilical region.

The umbilical region is an area of the human abdomen that is centered around the navel (umbilicus). It is one of the nine regions of the abdomen, which are used to help localize and describe the location of abdominal organs and pain.

Anatomy

The umbilical region is located in the central part of the abdomen. It is bordered by the following regions:

• Superiorly by the epigastric region
• Inferiorly by the hypogastric region (also known as the pubic region)
• Laterally by the right lumbar region and left lumbar region

The umbilical region contains parts of the small intestine, such as the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. It also includes sections of the transverse colon and the lower part of the stomach.

Clinical Significance

Pain or discomfort in the umbilical region can be indicative of various medical conditions. Some common causes of pain in this area include:

• Gastroenteritis
• Appendicitis (early stages)
• Pancreatitis
• Umbilical hernia

In clinical practice, the umbilical region is often examined during a physical examination to assess for tenderness, masses, or other abnormalities.

Related Pages

• Abdominal regions
• Anatomical terms of location
• Human abdomen