Wharton jelly
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Wharton jelly refers to the gelatinous substance within the umbilical cord.
Gross anatomy
Wharton jelly is derived from extra-embryonic mesoderm and is largely made up of mucopolysaccharides (hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate) while containing smaller amounts of fibroblasts and macrophages. It acts as a supportive structure and protects the vessels of the umbilical cord against compression and constriction.
Related pathology
- umbilical cord pseudocysts: from mucoid or cystic degeneration 3
- thickened umbilical cord: from excess Wharton jelly in gestational diabetes 4
EtymologyHistory and etymology
Named after the English physician Thomas Wharton (1614 - 1673-1673) 1.
-</ul><h4>Etymology</h4><p>Named after the English physician <strong>Thomas Wharton</strong> (1614 - 1673) <sup>1</sup>.</p>- +</ul><h4>History and etymology</h4><p>Named after the English physician <strong>Thomas Wharton</strong> (1614-1673) <sup>1</sup>.</p>
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