urachus Synonyms

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urachus Meaning

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urachus (n.)

A cord or band of fibrous tissue extending from the bladder to the umbilicus.

urachus Sentence Examples

  1. The urachus is a small, tubular structure that connects the bladder to the umbilicus in utero.
  2. The urachus usually closes after birth, leaving behind a fibrous cord called the median umbilical ligament.
  3. A patent urachus is a condition in which the urachus remains open after birth, allowing urine to leak from the umbilicus.
  4. Urachal abnormalities can cause urinary tract infections, hernias, and other complications.
  5. Surgery is often necessary to correct urachal abnormalities.
  6. The urachus is an important structure during fetal development, but it serves no function after birth.
  7. Urachal cysts can develop from the remnants of the urachus after birth.
  8. Urachal sinus is a rare condition in which a small opening remains in the urachus, allowing urine to leak from the umbilicus.
  9. Urachal diverticulum is a condition in which the urachus forms a sac-like protrusion into the bladder.
  10. Urachal carcinoma is a rare type of bladder cancer that arises from the urachus.

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A cord or band of fibrous tissue extending from the bladder to the umbilicus.

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The urachus is a small, tubular structure that connects the bladder to the umbilicus in utero.

The urachus usually closes after birth, leaving behind a fibrous cord called the median umbilical ligament.

A patent urachus is a condition in which the urachus remains open after birth, allowing urine to leak from the umbilicus.

Urachal abnormalities can cause urinary tract infections, hernias, and other complications.