Females with externally visible but stenosed fecal orifice – low or high anorectal malformation

Abstract

We report four female children with externally visible but stenosed fecal orifice which proved to be a high anorectal malformation (Type IV pouch colon). They were managed by an abdominoperineal approach with excellent results. We emphasize the correct recognition of this pathology.

Keywords

• Anorectal malformation
• congenital pouch colon
• vestibular anus