Quality of Life of Children after Completion of Surgical Treatment for Anorectal Malformation: A Single-Centre Cross-Sectional Study in South-Western Uganda

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Anorectal malformations (ARMs) range from abnormalities such as imperforate anus to complex forms such as cloaca and are often associated with other anomalies and residual functional stooling problems. The present study aimed to evaluate the quality of life (QoL) of children after surgical treatment for ARMs at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH) in South-Western Uganda.

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Article · Oct 2024 · 1 min read

In brief

This cross-sectional study evaluates long-term quality of life outcomes in pediatric patients who completed surgical treatment for anorectal malformations at a regional referral hospital in Uganda. The research addresses functional outcomes and patient well-being following correction of congenital colorectal anomalies in a resource-limited setting.

Anorectal malformations range from simple imperforate anus to complex cloaca, often with associated anomalies.
Post-surgical functional stooling problems are common residual issues in ARM patients requiring long-term follow-up.
Quality of life assessment is essential for evaluating surgical outcomes beyond anatomical correction in ARM cases.
Single-center data from resource-limited settings like Uganda provides valuable context for ARM management outcomes.
Comprehensive ARM care requires addressing both surgical correction and long-term functional quality of life.

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