Volume 12, Numbers 5-6, 383-385, DOI: 10.1007/BF01076945

The use of augmented-pressure colostography in imperforate anus

C. -R. Wang, J. -N. Lin and K. -E. Lim

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Abstract

Colostomy is recommended in most newborns with imperforate anus (IA), except those with low-type anorectal malformations (ARM). Accurate demonstration of the anatomy of any associated fistula between the rectum and the urogenital tract is essential for optimal surgical management. Augmented-pressure distal colostography is recommended to fulfill this requirement prior to definitive surgical repair of IA. We examined 12 cases of high or intermediate-type ARM using this technique, which clearly demonstrated the distal perineal anatomy. All were confirmed at posterior sagittal angorectoplasty.

Key words  Colostogram - Imperforate anus - Anorectal malformation

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