Is there anything that can be done to fix my belly button? (Photo)

Question

I was born with an Omphalocele. Immediately after I was born I had an Omphalocele repair surgery and this is how it turned out. I just want it to look like a normal belly button so I can stop being self conscious. What can be done?

Richard Zienowicz, MD · Answer

I would take the entire central scar as a superioly based c-shaped flap and invaginate in a superior direction to create a hood then use a small skin graft to recreate the "innie" part of the belly button. The graft could be taken from behind the ear or from an old scar.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

Yes, a belly button surgery (umbilicoplasty) can be done to recreate the umbilicus.  With a smaller scar, the result will be more successful.  The goal of the surgery is to restore normal anatomy.

The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

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