Vernix caseosa

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Cheese smear; Fruit lubricant

Definition
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A tough, greyish-yellow mass of sebaceous gland secretions, epithelial cells, vellus hairs and cholesterol, which covers the skin of the newborn, especially on the back and ears.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020