Anorectal malformations

Anorectal malformationsDefinitionAnorectal malformations are a spectrum of congenital anomalies that include imperforate anus and persistent cloaca.Epidemiologyoccur in approximately 1 in 5000 live births and affect males and females almost equallyClassification

Source : Klasifikasi Malformasi Anorektal (Levitt & Pea, 2007)

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ExaminationPresence or absence of anusGas or Meconium from perineumPresence of vaginal or urethral openingSize of vaginal introitusSize of anal dimplePosition of anusPresence of presacral mass

Cross table lateral Radiograph

Early perineal USG to confirm type of anomalyAbdominal USG and Acho to finding associated anomalyCT & MRI to reveal integrity of sphincter musclesTreatment