Urachus (YOU-rah-kus) at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is Urachus (YOU-rah-kus)? A fibrous cord that connects the urinary bladder to the umbilicus (navel). The urachus is formed as the allantoic stalk during fetal development and lasts through life. Also called the median umbilical ligament.Medical Term & Definition Added By: Landon
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