This work contains the first reference to what would become known as "Cullern's sign", dicoloration of the skin about the umbilicus, as a sign of ruptured ectopic gestation.

This book discusses the importance of umbilical cord and umbilicus as a unique structure, in health and in different diseases.

This book offers an essential guide to surgical approaches to the umbilicus. The navel is the only natural scar in the body, accepted for all human beings all over the world.

About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.

Its numerous illustrations and clearly structured content make the book a must-read. This book starts with a description of the anatomy of the umbilicus and its ideal shape.

Written by respected authors, this book will offer residents and fellows as well as practicing and highly experienced plastic surgeons essential guidance on treatment and decision-making concerning umbilical reconstruction.

Umbilicus is a meditation on sensuality and the sweet ache of shame's hangover.Carrie Schiffler is an actor, writer, and former exotic dancer. Johanna Stickland is a photographer, painter, poet, and former fashion model.