Abdominotransanal approach to pouch colon associated with rectal atresia

J Pediatr Surg. 2009 Jun;44(6):E19-21. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2009.02.058.

Abstract

Pouch colon anomaly and high anorectal malformation are well-defined rare anomalies. The association of pouch colon anomaly with rectal atresia has previously been defined in only one case. In this study, a 2-day-old baby is presented with pouch colon anomaly without fistula and with rectal atresia. As a second case in the literature, this pathologic condition has been treated through the abdominotransanal route by using a single-stage endorectal coloanal pull-through. Being uncommon and having an important therapeutic approach, this case has been evaluated as worth presenting.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Colon / abnormalities*
  • Digestive System Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Intestinal Atresia / surgery*
  • Male
  • Rectum / abnormalities*