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An accessory limb with an imperforate anus.

Kun-Bo Park1, Yeon-Mee Kim2, Ji-Yong Park1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Busan, Korea.

Annals of Surgical Treatment and Research
|October 16, 2014
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This case report details a rare congenital anomaly: an accessory limb in a newborn. The study highlights the importance of recognizing and managing these complex birth defects.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Genetics
  • Developmental Biology
  • Pediatric Surgery

Background:

  • Congenital accessory limbs are rare developmental anomalies.
  • Multiple etiological factors contribute to their occurrence.
  • Associated anomalies can complicate management.

Observation:

  • A 1-day-old female neonate presented with a supernumerary foot attached to the buttock.
  • The neonate also had an imperforate anus, indicating a complex congenital malformation.
  • The mother was 27 years old and had an otherwise unremarkable medical history.

Findings:

  • The accessory limb represents a significant congenital malformation requiring careful evaluation.
  • The co-occurrence of an accessory limb and imperforate anus suggests a potential shared developmental pathway or syndrome.
Keywords:
CongenitalImperforate anusLimb deformities

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  • Literature review indicates a wide spectrum of presentations and underlying causes for polydactyly and related limb anomalies.

    • Implications:

    • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for functional outcomes.
    • This case underscores the need for comprehensive assessment in neonates with congenital anomalies.
    • Further research into the genetic and environmental factors influencing limb development is warranted.