Female Anorectal Malformation with Genitourinary Prolapse: A Rare Association

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Surgery
• Urology
• Neonatal Medicine

Background:

• Genitourinary prolapse in neonates presents as an uncommon introital mass.
• Typical causes include pelvic nerve issues or musculoskeletal damage.
• Previous treatments focused on reduction methods.

Observation:

• This study reports three cases of genitourinary prolapse in newborn females.
• All three cases were concurrently diagnosed with anorectal malformations.

Findings:

• The study identified a novel association between genitourinary prolapse and anorectal malformations in neonates.
• Decompressing colostomy proved curative, indicating elevated intra-abdominal pressure as a primary causative factor.

Implications:

• This finding expands the understanding of genitourinary prolapse etiology in newborns.
• Highlights the importance of considering anorectal malformations in neonates with genitourinary prolapse.
• Suggests surgical decompression via colostomy as a key therapeutic approach.