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Physiologic Herniation


6 weeks, 6 days

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Script: A portion of the intestine now protrudes temporarily into the umbilical cord. This normal process, called physiologic herniation, makes room for other developing organs in the abdomen.

All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.
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