Primary Transanal Management of Rectal Atresia in a Neonate

J Neonatal Surg. 2016 Apr 10;5(2):20. eCollection 2016 Apr-Jun.

Abstract

Rectal atresia (RA) with a normal anus is a rare anomaly. We describe a case of rectal atresia in a newborn male presenting with an abdominal distension and failure of passing meconium. The rectal atresia was primarily operated by transanal route.

Keywords: Neonate; Rectal atresia; Transanal repair.

Publication types

  • Case Reports