Publications by authors named "Myeong Gon Cho"
J Minim Invasive Surg
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Omphalitis is a rare infection of the umbilicus, typically causing inflammation; it's uncommon in adults but can occur due to urachal remnants.
- - A 61-year-old male with abdominal pain and umbilical pus was diagnosed with peritonitis from a ruptured urachal cyst, leading to multiple abscesses.
- - The patient underwent laparoscopic surgery to drain abscesses and remove the umbilicus and fistula, received antibiotics, and was discharged without complications; the case highlights the difficulties in diagnosing omphalitis related to urachal cysts.
