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Deciding on Dilations After PSARP
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Carousel · Oct 2026 · 1 min read
In brief
In brief
This educational resource examines evidence-based postoperative management following posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) for anorectal malformations, specifically addressing when anal dilations are indicated. It challenges the routine use of dilations in all patients and provides guidance for pediatric surgeons on patient-specific protocols.
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4 pages · click to turn to oneA structured comparison chart displaying three treatment modalities side-by-side with clinical outcome data. Each column contains procedure illustrations, percentage metrics, and outcome indicators using a clean medical education design with blue and white color scheme.
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- Made possible by Cincinnati Children's changing the outcome together | DECIDING ON DILATIONS AFTER PSARP? | HERE'S HOW PEDIATRIC COLORECTAL EXPERTS APPROACH THE CALL. | Swipe right
- 3 FACTORS THAT MATTER: | Patient age | Access to OR | Heineke-Mikulicz Anoplasty (HMA) alternative | Swipe right | Cincinnati Children's
- Made possible by Cincinnati Children's changing the outcome together | There's no one right answer. Individualize the decision. | FULL BREAKDOWN IN OUR LATEST VIDEO, LINK IN BIO! | GC
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