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Missing anus: Do not miss it.

Subhash Chandra Shaw1, Karunesh Chand2, Sushant Ranjan3

  • 1Assistant Professor, Department of Paediatrics, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune 411040, India.

Medical Journal, Armed Forces India
|November 14, 2019
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Summary
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Anorectal malformations (ARMs) are congenital conditions diagnosed at birth. A case highlights the importance of thorough neonatal examinations to avoid missing these critical diagnoses.

Keywords:
Anorectal malformationsImperforate anusRectovestibular fistula

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Neonatology
  • Clinical Diagnostics

Background:

  • Anorectal malformations (ARMs) are congenital anomalies affecting approximately 1 in 5000 live births.
  • Diagnosis typically occurs during the neonatal period via routine physical examination, identifying absent or malformed anal openings.

Observation:

  • This report details a neonate whose Anorectal Malformation was initially overlooked.
  • The oversight resulted from a superficial examination of the perineal region.

Findings:

  • Missed diagnosis of Anorectal Malformations can occur with inadequate clinical assessment.
  • Thorough and systematic examination of the neonatal perineum is crucial for timely detection.

Implications:

  • Emphasizes the critical need for meticulous clinical examination in all newborns to ensure early Anorectal Malformation diagnosis.
  • Highlights the potential for diagnostic delays and their consequences if routine assessments are cursory.
  • Underscores the importance of continuous medical education on neonatal examination protocols for Anorectal Malformations.