Functional Outcome in Patients With Anorectal Malformation With Recto-prostatic or Recto-bulbar Urethral Fistula and Comparison Between Different Surgical Approaches: A Multi-center Study

In brief

Multi-center comparative study evaluating functional outcomes in pediatric patients with high anorectal malformations (recto-prostatic or recto-bulbar urethral fistula) treated with laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty versus traditional posterior sagittal anorectoplasty. The research compares surgical approaches to inform optimal treatment selection for this complex congenital anomaly.

• Study compares functional outcomes between LAARP and PSARP for high anorectal malformations with urethral fistulas
• Both rectoprostatic and rectobulbar urethral fistula types were included in the multi-center analysis
• Surgical approach selection may impact long-term continence and quality of life in these complex malformations
• Multi-center design provides broader evidence base for choosing between minimally invasive vs. open techniques

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