Anorectal prolapse in an infant mimicking gluteal mass

Abstract

Rectal prolapse is rare in children but usually occurs before four years of age. There are a few conditions that predispose to rectal prolapse as well as numerous conditions that mimic the condition. We present a case of rectal prolapse that presented as a gluteal mass and diagnosis was confirmed by radiology imaging and was successfully managed surgically.

Keywords

• Anoplasty
• Anorectal malformation
• Gluteal mass
• Pediatric
• Rectal prolapse
• Rectopexy