Umbilicusinfektionen
Umbilicusinfektionen, also known as umbilical infections, are bacterial infections of the umbilical stump in newborns. This condition is relatively common and can range from mild inflammation to more serious systemic infections. The umbilical stump is the remnant of the umbilical cord after birth and typically dries up and falls off within one to three weeks. During this period, it is susceptible to bacterial colonization and subsequent infection, especially if proper hygiene is not maintained.
Risk factors for developing an umbilical infection include premature birth, low birth weight, prolonged rupture of
Diagnosis is typically made based on the clinical presentation. If a systemic infection is suspected, blood