Anus, Imperforate

Overview

A congenital abnormality characterized by the persistence of the anal membrane, resulting in a thin membrane covering the normal ANAL CANAL. Imperforation is not always complete and is treated by surgery in infancy. This defect is often associated with NEURAL TUBE DEFECTS; MENTAL RETARDATION; and DOWN SYNDROME.

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Quick facts about Anus, Imperforate

Topic type

Condition

Category

Gastroenterology

MeSH classification

C06.198.050|C16.131.314.094

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