A Rare Case of Colonic Triplication with Associated Imperforate Anus in a Newborn Male
We present a case of a newborn male with imperforate anus who was found to have colonic triplication with a high rectovesical fistula. The case is presented with a focus on surgical strategies for the management of this rare malformation.
Elise McKenna +4 more
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Anorectal malformation associated with a mutation in the P63 gene in a family with split hand–foot malformation [PDF]
PURPOSE: The aims of this study were to identify the mutation gene of a Chinese family with anorectal malformation (ARM) associated with split hand–foot malformation and to determine the spatiotemporal expression of the mutated gene during hindgut and ...
Pengjun Su +4 more
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PRIMARY POSTERIOR SAGITTAL ANORECTOPLASTY WITHOUT COLOSTOMY IN NEONATES WITH HIGH IMPERFORATE ANUS [PDF]
The standard approach to management of high imperforate anus is colostomy in the newborn period followed by posterior saggital anorectoplasty (PSARP) at 6 to 12 months of age.
A. Mirshemirani +3 more
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Causes and assessment of faecal incontinence [PDF]
Faecal incontinence remains a taboo subject and patients frequently conceal their symptoms, because of fear and embarrassment. Sensitive and appropriate assessment will encourage people to seek advice and treatment if required. This article discusses the
Chelvanayagam, Sonya
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Maria Polydouri (1902-1930): the Greek poète maudit who died of tuberculosis.
Maria Polydouri was a notable Greek poet. Often likened to the French poètes maudits, her poetry reflected a lyrical charisma and her unsettled life an untimely ending.
Kousoulis, Antonis A
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Cornelia de Lange Syndrome: A Newborn with Imperforate Anus and a NIPBL Mutation
Cornelia de Lange syndrome is a dominantly inherited, genetically heterogeneous and clinically variable syndrome with multiple congenital anomalies and developmental delay.
Rose H. Mende +3 more
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A Novel Surgical Approach for the Management of Cloacal Exstrophy with a Giant Omphalocele
Cloacal exstrophy is a rare malformation that presents as a lower midline abdominal wall defect which affects the gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems.
Caitlin A. Smith +4 more
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Facilitating Genetic Testing for Perinatal Demise: Development of a Multidisciplinary Workflow
ABSTRACT Genetic contributors to perinatal demise are common but frequently undiagnosed due to clinical and logistical barriers. We aimed to improve access to genetic for intrauterine fetal demise (IUFD), stillbirth, and early neonatal death by developing a multidisciplinary workflow.
Mackenzie Mosera +15 more
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Congenital malformations at a referral hospital in Gorgan, Islamic Republic of Iran [PDF]
This study recorded the rate of congenital malformations in 10 000 births at a referral hospital in Gorgan, Islamic Republic of Iran in 1998-99. The overall incidence of congenital malformations was 1.01% (1.19% in males and 0.76% in females).
Ahmadpour-Kacho, M. +2 more
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Sexual Function, Fertility and Quality of Life after Modern Treatment of Anorectal Malformations [PDF]
Purpose: Sexual dysfunction and impaired quality of life due to fecal incontinence are common after classic operations for anorectal malformations. We hypothesized that modern repairs may result in improved outcomes.
Kyrklund, Kristiina +3 more
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