Umbilical Cord

The umbilical cord is the ropey structure that connects the fetus to the placenta in the mother’s uterus. Blood vessels in the cord bring nourishment to the fetus and take away waste products. The umbilical cord is formed in the fifth week of pregnancy. When the baby is born, the umbilical cord is about 2 ft (0.6 m) long.

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Umbilical Cord

The umbilical cord is the ropey structure that connects the fetus to the placenta in the mother’s uterus. Blood vessels in the cord bring nourishment to the fetus and take away waste products.

The umbilical cord is formed in the fifth week of pregnancy.

When the baby is born, the umbilical cord is about 2 ft (0.6 m) long.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Adam Husney MDJohn Pope MD MPHKathleen Romito MDSusan C. Kim MD

Last Updated

12/12/2018

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This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.