A Rare Case of Anorectal Malformation having Pouch Colon with Duplication of Vermiform Appendix
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Duplication of vermiform appendix is an extremely rare condition, with a reported incidence of 0.004%. Abnormal development of the appendix usually takes the form of a double appendix. Accompanying intestinal, genito-urinary or vertebral malformations may be present when appendiceal duplications are detected in childhood. We are presenting a case of neonate having ARM with peritonitis which on exploration found to be a case of perforated pouch colon with duplication of vermiform appendix and rectourinary fistula.
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Asheesh Kumar Gupta, Samir Gupta, Achal Gupta
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