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Umbilical Granuloma

Checked: 23-11-2022 by Vicky Ryan Next Review: 23-11-2023

Care of Umbilical Granuloma

Refer to the patient information leaflet for the treatment of Umbilical Granuloma.

Referral

Persistently discharging umbilical granulomas in neonates could signify deeper involvement (1) - consider Advice & Guidance - Dermatology. (paediatric) or referral if criteria for prior approval are met (see below).

Resources

(1) Pyogenic granuloma (pcds.org.uk)



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