Early postoperative feeding in single-stage repair of anorectal malformation with vestibular or perineal fistula is not associated with increased wound complications

Study examines safety of early postoperative feeding following single-stage repair of anorectal malformations with vestibular or perineal fistulas. Findings suggest early feeding does not increase wound complication rates, potentially improving recovery protocols for this congenital anomaly affecting 1 in 5000 live births.