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    Imperforate anus is a congenital defect where the opening to the anus is missing or blocked at birth. It occurs in about 1 in 5,000 infants and can range from a blind pouch with no connection to the colon to openings in other organs like the urethra. The cause is abnormal fetal development and it may be associated with other birth defects. Surgical reconstruction of the anus is needed along with repairing any connections to other organs, and sometimes a temporary colostomy is required. With treatment, outcomes are usually good but some infants may never develop adequate bowel control.

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    Imperforate anus is a congenital defect where the opening to the anus is missing or blocked at birth. It occurs in about 1 in 5,000 infants and can range from a blind pouch with no connection to the colon to openings in other organs like the urethra. The cause is abnormal fetal development and it may be associated with other birth defects. Surgical reconstruction of the anus is needed along with repairing any connections to other organs, and sometimes a temporary colostomy is required. With treatment, outcomes are usually good but some infants may never develop adequate bowel control.

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    Imperforate Anus

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    Imperforate anus is a congenital defect where the opening to the anus is missing or blocked at birth. It occurs in about 1 in 5,000 infants and can range from a blind pouch with no connection to the colon to openings in other organs like the urethra. The cause is abnormal fetal development and it may be associated with other birth defects. Surgical reconstruction of the anus is needed along with repairing any connections to other organs, and sometimes a temporary colostomy is required. With treatment, outcomes are usually good but some infants may never develop adequate bowel control.

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    MedlinePlus Topics Imperforate anus is congenital (present from birth) defect in which the opening to the anus is missing or blocked. The anus is the opening to the rectum through which stools leave the body. Causes Imperforate anus may occur in several forms. The rectum may end in a blind pouch that does not connect with the colon. Or, it may have openings to the urethra, bladder, base of penis or scrotum in boys, or vagina in girls. A condition of stenosis (narrowing) of the anus or absence of the anus may be present. The problem is caused by abnormal development of the fetus, and many forms of imperforate anus are associated with other birth defects. It is a relatively common condition that occurs in about 1 out of 5,000 infants. Symptoms

    Anal opening very near the vaginal opening in girls Missing or misplaced opening to the anus No passage of first stool within 24 - 48 hours after birth Stool passes out of the vagina, base of penis, scrotum, or urethra Swollen belly area

    Exams and Tests A doctor can diagnose this condition during a physical exam. Imaging tests may be recommended. Treatment The infant should be checked for other problems, especially those affecting the genitals, urinary tract, and spine. Surgical reconstruction of the anus is needed. If the rectum connects with other organs, repair of these organs will also be necessary. A temporary colostomy is often required. Outlook (Prognosis) With treatment, the outcome is usually good. However, it depends on the exact problem. Some infants may never develop adequate bowel control. Possible Complications

    Bowel incontinence Constipation Intestinal blockage

    When to Contact a Medical Professional This disorder is usually discovered when the newborn infant is first examined. Call your health care provider if a child that was treated for imperforate anus has abdominal pain or fails to develop any bowel control by the age of 3. Prevention As with most birth defects, there is no known prevention. Alternative Names Anorectal malformation; Anal atresia

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