Perineal ectopic anus in female infants is not a very uncommon congenital anorectal anomaly with opening into the low vaginal or vulvar region. However, ectopic anus with barrel gun perineum is a less common variety. Patients generally present with frequent history of constipation, but may seek medical help for just aesthetic reasons. We present here one such case of an asymptomatic seven years...

INTRODUCTION the perineal groove is a very uncommon anorectal anomaly. It is the result of an unknown embryology anomaly. The perineal groove is a wet sulcus extending from de fourchette to the anus. It is a benign pathology and tends to resolve spontaneously. OBJECTIVE We report two cases of girls diagnosed with perineal groove and their follow up. CASES REPORTS The first case is an 18 day...

Rectal atresia or stenosis is an extremely rare anorectal malformation associating a normal anal canal with a stricture or a complete rectal atresia. We describe a case of rectal atresia in a newborn female presenting with an abdominal distension and failure of passing meconium.

Faecal incontinence represents a devastating problem; it is often a barrier to social acceptance and can have serious psychological sequelae. It is a problem that impacts more children than previously thought, affecting those born with anorectal malformations and Hirschsprungʼs disease, as well as children with spinal cord problems or spinal injuries. True faecal incontinence must be distinguis...

Fecal incontinence is defined as the passage of stools in an inappropriate place. This frustrating symptom is a source of considerable distress and embarrassment for the child and his/her family. Pediatric fecal incontinence can be divided into 2 main categories: (1) organic fecal incontinence, e.g., resulting from anorectal malformations or neurogenic abnormalities, and (2) functional fecal in...

PURPOSE The aim of the present study was to assess, after adaptation to French, the only specific quality of life (QoL) instrument for children with Hirschsprung's disease or anorectal malformation, the Hirschsprung's disease/Anorectal Malformation Quality of Life questionnaire (HAQL), in order to get a standardized QoL evaluation instrument that could further be used to help health care improv...

Anorectal malformations consist of a wide spectrum of conditions which can affect both sexes and involve the distal anus and rectum as well as the urinary and genital tracts. Patients have the best chance of a good functional outcome if the condition is diagnosed early and efficient anatomic repair is promptly instituted. This report describes a rare case of imperforate anus associated with bot...

This is a description of the technique used for laparoscopy-assisted colostomy in neonates with anorectal malformations (ARM), using 2 laparoscopic ports only. The technique is easy to use and has the advantages of enabling identification of the sigmoideum, the internal genitals and to establish a stoma leaving only minimal scars in the umbilicus. In our departments, we routinely perform stoma ...

Introduction: Currarino Syndrome (CS) is a rare entity characterized by triad of sacral agenesis, anorectal malformations, and pre-sacral masses. CS typically diagnosed during the first decade life.
 Case Description: We present case incomplete syndrome manifesting in 36-year-old lady who presented with back pain, urinary retention, anal paresthesia, lower limb weakness. The patient underw...

Aim: To assess the effectiveness of posterior sagittal anorectplasty for repair anorectal malformations in terms postoperative complications and functional outcomes. Study design: Descriptive prospective study. Place duration study: Sahiwal Teaching Hospital, Sahiwal. From 1st January 2016 to 31st December 2019. Methodology: Forty-two children with high/intermediate malformations, who underwent...