Anorectal Malformation: Paediatric Problem Presenting in Adult
This is a case report of 22‐year‐old girl admitted with abdominal distension, vomiting, and chronic constipation since birth. Abdomen was distended, and perineal examination revealed imperforate anus with vestibular fistula (ARM). So far worldwide very few cases have been reported about anorectal malformation presenting in adulthood, and thus extremely
Rahulkumar N. Chavan +6 more
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15-Year-old with neglected recto-vestibular fistula in western Uganda: a case report
Background Teenage and late presentation of anorectal malformations are not uncommon in developing world. Some of the reasons for late presentation include but not limited to illiteracy, poverty, lack of awareness, and limited trained pediatric surgeons.
Felix Oyania +2 more
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Dyssynergic patterns of defecation in constipated adolescents and young adults with anorectal malformations [PDF]
We aimed to evaluate the etiologies of constipation in patients with anorectal malformations having a good prognosis for bowel control but a high risk of constipation.
Asmussen, Jon +5 more
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Current management of anorectal malformation in Egypt: a survey of members of the Egyptian pediatric surgical association [PDF]
Background/aim: Anorectal malformation (ARM) represents a wide spectrum of anomalies. Its management includes various strategies. This survey aims at detecting the current preferences of Egyptian pediatric surgeons regarding the management of ARM ...
Abdelgawad, Abdelghany E.M. +2 more
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Вибір тактики хірургічного лікування природжених аноректальних вад розвитку з ректовестибулярною норицею в дівчаток [PDF]
Аноректальні мальформації в дівчаток являють собою широкий спектр аномалій - від неперфорованої анальної мембрани і до клоаки. Найпоширенішою є ректовестибулярна нориця.
O.K. Sliepov, O.P. Dzham, V.P. Soroka
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Single Stage Correction of Rectovestibular Fistula
Introduction: The aim of this study was to determine the feasibility, safety, cost effectiveness and functional outcome between single stage and multiple stage operation of anorectal malformation (ARM) with rectovestibular fistula (RVF).Materials & Methods: This interventional study was conducted on 40 female children born with ARM with RVF from ...
Shahnoor Islam +9 more
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Aim. The aim of this study is to evaluate postoperatively bowel symptoms of antegrade colon enema through appendicostomies in preschool children with anorectal malformation (ARM). Method. 164 children with ARM operated on with posterior sagittal anorectal plasty were included.
Pernilla Stenström +5 more
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Rectovestibular fistula: Is treatment always required?
The traditional teaching in the management of rectovestibular fistula involves corrective surgery, either in single or multiple stages. Usually, female children operated for the same are advised cesarean section during childbirth to prevent damage to the neoanus.
B V Raghunath +2 more
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The rare case of a true rectovaginal fistula and its repair
Background: Within the spectrum of anorectal malformations, congenital rectovaginal fistulae are a rare but treatable entity. These less common variates can be treated much in the same fashion as other malformations such as imperforate anus or ...
Carly R. Richards +2 more
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Suboptimal correction of low anorectal anomalies: a possible cause for intractable constipation in children [PDF]
Background Constipation is a common problem among patients following the repair of low anorectal anomalies. We present our experience in managing constipation in a group of these patients with reoperation to correct residual anterior anal misplacement ...
Abouzeid, Amr A. +4 more
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