Letter to the Editor Comment on: Long-term follow-up in patients with anorectal malformation: MRI findings in relation to bowel function

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We read with great interest the article by Huijgen et al., entitled "Long-term follow-up in patients with anorectal malformation: MRI findings in relation to bowel function" [1]. The authors should be congratulated on their comprehensive assessment of post-reconstruction pelvic anatomy and on highlighting the increasing role of MRI in the follow-up of adolescent ARM patients. Their study provides anatomical correlates as well as valuable insights for transitional care.

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Article · Mar 2026 · 1 min read

In brief

This letter discusses MRI evaluation of pelvic anatomy in adolescent patients following surgical reconstruction for anorectal malformations. The commentary emphasizes the value of imaging in assessing anatomical outcomes and its role in guiding long-term bowel function management during transitional care.

MRI is increasingly valuable for assessing post-reconstruction pelvic anatomy in adolescent ARM patients during follow-up.
Comprehensive anatomical assessment correlates MRI findings with long-term bowel function outcomes in ARM patients.
MRI provides critical insights for transitional care planning in adolescents with surgically corrected anorectal malformations.

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