The topic Congenital Cyst of the Umbilical Cord you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Umbilical Cord Cyst.

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• The placenta is an organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall. It is a disc shaped reddish brown structure that connects the fetus to the mother through the umbilical cord. The normal function of placenta is to supply nutrients and oxygen to the fetus from the mother’s blood and remove wastes from the fetal body
• The umbilical cord contains two umbilical arteries and one umbilical vein, providing a connection between maternal and fetal blood circulation
• An Umbilical Cord Cyst is a cyst arising in the umbilical cord. It is a relatively common occurrence, especially in the first trimester. Sometimes, the cyst is associated with structural and/or chromosomal malformations
• There are two types of Umbilical Cord Cysts, namely true cysts and pseudocysts:
  • True cysts arise from embryologic duct remnants, while
  • Pseudocysts arise from degeneration within the Wharton’s jelly (a gel-like material surrounding the cord vessels)
• The Umbilical Cord Cyst may compromise blood flow to the fetus, if they are persistent and increase in size
• Currently, there are no preventative measures available for Umbilical Cord Cyst. A close monitoring of the pregnancy is mandated to ensure optimal outcomes

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