Double Ligation and Topical Silver Nitrate

Comparison of Double Ligation and Topical Silver Nitrate for Treatment of Umbilical Granuloma in Children: A Randomized Control Trial

To study and compare the efficacy and safety of Double Ligation and Topical Silver Nitrate Solution while treating children with Umbilical Granulomas

The patients underwent one treatment option and then followed up for three weeks and the results noted in terms of success/failure and complications specific to each treatment option and analysed accordingly

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients of Umbilical Granuloma, less than 1 year age

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients who already had any treatment
2. Parents refused to give consent for enrollment
3. Patients lost in follow up