In the past, an anteriorly located anus was often misdiagnosed and treated as an anorectal
malformation (ARM) with a perineal fistula (PF). The paper aims to define the criteria for a …

Anorectal malformations (ARMs) are a spectrum of congenital anomalies where there is
abnormal development of the anus and rectum. With an incidence of 1: 5000 live births and …

Anorectal malformations (ARM) without a fistula are a rare congenital condition. Although
may seem more simple to repair compared with ARM with fistulas, surgery has proved to be …

Background/purpose Anorectal malformation (ARM) is a common condition. Owing to
scarcity of pediatric surgery services in Uganda, however, relatively little is known about this …

Purpose Delay in diagnosis or referral of patients with an anorectal malformation (ARM) is
associated with significant morbidity and mortality. We describe the frequency and …

Background Operative correction of anorectal malformations (ARMs) remains a challenge in
pediatric surgery. The study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of laparoscopic treatment of …

Purpose Aim of study was to evaluate the differences in incidence and presentation of
anorectal malformations (ARMs) between selected Pediatric Surgery Divisions in the …

Objective To determine nationwide prevalence and healthcare utilization in children with
anorectal malformations and associated anomalies over a 6-year period. Study design We …

Background Anorectal malformations (ARM) are common congenital abnormalities of the
terminal hindgut. Ideally, ARM should be diagnosed at, or shortly following, birth by careful …

Background This study describes the presentation and initial management of anorectal
malformation (ARM); evaluating the frequency, causes and consequences of late diagnosis …