Rectovestibular fistula with normal anus: a treatment alternative.

نویسندگان

  • Anwar Abdul-Hadi
  • Humberto Lugo-Vicente
چکیده

Congenital rectovestibular fistulas with normal anus are a rare form of anorectal malformations, especially in the Western hemisphere. Due to its rarity, consensus on preoperative management, surgical technique and postoperative care is still in debate. We describe a specific case with its management plan and outcomes while providing an up to date literature review on current management trends.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Boletin de la Asociacion Medica de Puerto Rico

دوره 105 3  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2013