Umbilical Infection in the Neonate Basic Information Definition Umbilical infection encompasses infection of the umbilical arteries and veins, urachus, and umbilical stump. Synonym(s) Navel ill Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex Most infections of the umbilical structures are apparent in the first 2 weeks of life, although infections occasionally become apparent later. Risk Factors Poor sanitation, failure of passive transfer, inappropriate care of the umbilicus Associated Conditions and Disorders Septicemia Clinical Presentation Disease Forms/Subtypes Infection of any single structure or combination of structures may occur. Most common is inflammation or infection of the umbilical stump followed by the urachus, the umbilical vein, and the umbilical arteries. History, Chief Complaint Usually the owner notices some size change to the umbilicus or fluid discharge (blood, urine, serum, pus). If umbilical infection is a part of septicemia, recumbency, anorexia and lethargy can also be seen. Pyrexia is also common. Physical Exam Findings Umbilical structures can be swollen, hot, or painful to pressure. If septicemia is associated with umbilical infection, foals can be depressed, have diarrhea, or exhibit joint swellings associated with infection of the joint or growth plate. Etiology and Pathophysiology Most umbilical infections are presumed to be ascending as a result of contamination of the stump of the umbilicus. However, deep arterial infections have been seen not associated with external infection, suggesting that hematogenous infection is possible. Diagnosis Differential Diagnosis • Blood clots in the umbilicus or vessels • Urine accumulation in the urachus< div class='tao-gold-member'> Only gold members can continue reading. Log In or Register to continue Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Related Related posts: Aggressive Stallion Behavior Aflatoxin Toxicosis Biliary Atresia Black Widow Spider Toxicosis Stay updated, free articles. Join our Telegram channel Join Tags: Clinical Veterinary Advisor The Horse Jul 24, 2016 | Posted by admin in SMALL ANIMAL | Comments Off on Umbilical Infection in the Neonate Full access? Get Clinical Tree
Umbilical Infection in the Neonate Basic Information Definition Umbilical infection encompasses infection of the umbilical arteries and veins, urachus, and umbilical stump. Synonym(s) Navel ill Epidemiology Species, Age, Sex Most infections of the umbilical structures are apparent in the first 2 weeks of life, although infections occasionally become apparent later. Risk Factors Poor sanitation, failure of passive transfer, inappropriate care of the umbilicus Associated Conditions and Disorders Septicemia Clinical Presentation Disease Forms/Subtypes Infection of any single structure or combination of structures may occur. Most common is inflammation or infection of the umbilical stump followed by the urachus, the umbilical vein, and the umbilical arteries. History, Chief Complaint Usually the owner notices some size change to the umbilicus or fluid discharge (blood, urine, serum, pus). If umbilical infection is a part of septicemia, recumbency, anorexia and lethargy can also be seen. Pyrexia is also common. Physical Exam Findings Umbilical structures can be swollen, hot, or painful to pressure. If septicemia is associated with umbilical infection, foals can be depressed, have diarrhea, or exhibit joint swellings associated with infection of the joint or growth plate. Etiology and Pathophysiology Most umbilical infections are presumed to be ascending as a result of contamination of the stump of the umbilicus. However, deep arterial infections have been seen not associated with external infection, suggesting that hematogenous infection is possible. Diagnosis Differential Diagnosis • Blood clots in the umbilicus or vessels • Urine accumulation in the urachus< div class='tao-gold-member'> Only gold members can continue reading. Log In or Register to continue Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Related Related posts: Aggressive Stallion Behavior Aflatoxin Toxicosis Biliary Atresia Black Widow Spider Toxicosis Stay updated, free articles. Join our Telegram channel Join Tags: Clinical Veterinary Advisor The Horse Jul 24, 2016 | Posted by admin in SMALL ANIMAL | Comments Off on Umbilical Infection in the Neonate Full access? Get Clinical Tree
