Introduction: Combination of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and anorectal malformation (ARM) is rare. In this report, we describe a combination of imperforate anus and CDH in one of twins who conceived by Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). Case Report: A female preterm newborn at 27 weeks of gestation was referred to our neonatal intensive care unit due to respiratory distress. S...

Delayed diagnosis of anorectal malformation (ARM) is an avoidable event associated with significant complications and morbidity. Previous studies have suggested higher than expected rates of delayed diagnosis, especially when a threshold of 24 hours of life is used to define delayed diagnosis. The aim of this study is to highlight the prevalence of delayed diagnosis of ARM in Ireland and to det...

BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Rectovaginal fistula is a term that continues to be used frequently to describe girls with anorectal malformations. This study attempts to evaluate the true frequency of this anomaly and the consequences of its misdiagnosis. METHODS A retrospective review of all girls with anorectal malformations treated by the senior author from 1980 through September 2000 was performed, a...

BACKGROUND Urethrorectal fistula is a rare and debilitating condition. Spontaneous closure is rarely effective, and appropriate management regarding timing of repair and surgical approach remains controversial. CASE PRESENTATION We present a case of an 18-year-old male found to have a urethrorectal fistula after diagnostic work up for unejaculation. The patient gradually developed recurrent u...

Recurrent epididymitis and a history of anorectal malformation (ARM) may be secondary to an ectopic vas deferens to ureter described as persistent mesonephric duct syndrome. This is a case of a child with ARM found to have bilateral ectopic ureter to vas connection. The histopathology specimen here would suggest this is an ectopic ureter to vas. In a child with ARM that is undergoing nephrectom...