Anorectal Malformations

Document Type

Book Chapter

Publication Date

2026

Identifier

DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-443-12431-0.00033-4

Abstract

Anorectal malformation may present with a spectrum of anatomical presentations, requiring individualized treatments for the newborn diagnosed with this entity. Frequent cooccurrence of additional diagnoses such as vertebral defects, cardiac defects, tracheoesophageal fistula, renal anomalies, and limb abnormalities, collectively known as VACTERL association, impact care, screening, and prognosis. Understanding anatomic concerns, implications of reconstructive decisions, preoperative planning, and surgical technique all focus on maximizing functional results and long-term outcomes.

Journal Title

Holcomb and Ashcraft's Pediatric Surgery (Eighth Edition)

First Page

516

Last Page

546

Keywords

Anorectal malformation; Cloaca; Common channel; Imperforate anus; Rectal atresia; Rectal stenosis; Rectourethral fistula; Total urogenital mobilization

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