Evidence suggests that genetic factors contribute to the development of anorectal
malformations (ARMs). However, the etiology of the majority of ARMs cases remains …

Anorectal malformations (ARM) represent a rare birth defect of the hindgut that occur in
approximately 1 in 3000 live births. Around 60% of ARM occur with associated anomalies …

Congenital anorectal malformations (ARMs) are one of the most frequently observed birth
defects of the digestive system. However, their etiology remains elusive. Therefore, we aim …

Background Anorectal malformations (ARM) are rare abnormalities that occur in
approximately 1 in 3000 live births with around 40% of patients presenting with isolated …

Anorectal malformation (ARM) is a severe congenital anomaly that can occur either isolated
or in association with other congenital abnormalities. It has a heterogeneous etiology with …

Anorectal malformations (ARMs) represent a complex group of congenital anomalies
resulting from abnormal development of the hindgut, allantois and Mullerian duct resulting in …

Abstract Purpose The recently established International Consortium on Anorectal
Malformations aims to identify genetic and environmental risk factors in the etiology of …

Familial recurrence of anorectal malformations (ARMs) has been reported in single
institution case series and in two population-based studies. Here, we investigate the familial …

Background In children with anorectal malformations (ARM), additional anomalies can occur
within the VACTERL-association. Routine screening is of great importance for early …

Anorectal malformations (ARM) present an incidence rate ranging from 1: 1,500 to 1: 5,000
live births [18, 19, 41, 49, 52, 53, 61, 109, 110, 112], and have variable clinical presentations …