Abstract: An Umbilical Forming Device is provided for enhancing healing of an umbilical wound in a subject following a surgery involving the umbilicus, including but not limited to an abdominoplasty. The Umbilical Forming Device comprises a flexible body comprising a wall, wherein the wall defines a hollow cavity and comprises one or more holes configured to facilitate drainage of secretions and/or ventilation of the umbilical wound. In some embodiments, the flexible body comprises proximal and distal openings configured to facilitate observation of the healing of the umbilical wound, removal of any secretions from the umbilical wound, and/or administration of one or more therapeutic agents to the umbilical wound. In some embodiments, the flexible body has a substantially rectangular shape and/or has a shape configured to facilitate contouring a scar from the umbilical wound to facilitate healing into an anesthetically pleasing umbilical structure. Packaged kits and methods of use are also provided.

Abstract: An Umbilical Forming Device is provided for enhancing healing of an umbilical wound, scar, or contour in a subject following a surgery involving the umbilicus, including but not limited to an abdominoplasty. The Umbilical Forming Device comprises a flexible body configured for use during healing of the umbilical wound. In some aspects, the flexible body is free of any holes. In other aspects, the flexible body comprises a wall, wherein the wall defines a hollow cavity and comprises one or more holes configured to facilitate drainage of secretions and/or ventilation of the umbilical wound, including wherein the flexible body further comprises proximal and/or distal openings configured to facilitate observation of the healing of the umbilical wound, removal of any secretions from the umbilical wound, and/or administration of one or more therapeutic agents to the umbilical wound. Methods of use and kits comprising the devices disclosed herein are also provided.