Cloacal Duplication: Single-center Experience in the Management of a Rare Anomaly

Urology. 2017 Oct:108:171-174. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2017.06.044. Epub 2017 Jul 10.

Abstract

Cloacal duplication is an exceedingly rare group of anomalies with a limited number of cases reported so far. The anomaly may be confined to partial bladder duplication or it may involve complete duplication of the urogenital tract, hindgut, spine, lower limbs, and vascular structures. Every case is unique and ought to be approached individually. By means of imaging studies and endoscopy, anatomic details should be carefully defined before endorsing surgical correction. A satisfactory outcome can be achieved in the majority of cases. In this report, we describe 3 girls with cloacal duplication, and review pertinent imaging and surgical management.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cloaca / abnormalities*
  • Cloaca / diagnostic imaging
  • Cloaca / surgery
  • Cystoscopy
  • Disease Management*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Rare Diseases
  • Ultrasonography
  • Urogenital Abnormalities / diagnosis
  • Urogenital Abnormalities / surgery*
  • Urogenital Surgical Procedures / methods*