A Modification of the Anoplasty Technique during a Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty and Anorectal Vaginal Urethroplasty Closure: The Para-U-Stitch to Prevent Wound Dehiscence
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This retrospective study of 232 patients describes a novel para-U-stitch anoplasty technique designed to reduce wound dehiscence following posterior sagittal anorectoplasty for anorectal malformations. The modified approach achieved a 1.7% dehiscence rate requiring operative intervention, with lower rates in PSARP versus PSARVUP procedures.
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- Para-U-stitch anoplasty technique achieved 1.7% wound dehiscence rate in 232 ARM repairs, significantly lower than historical rates.
- Technique buttresses midline U-stitch and everts rectal mucosa along anterior/posterior anoplasty margins during PSARP/PSARVUP.
- Dehiscence rates were lower in PSARP vs PSARVUP (0.6% vs 5.2%) and in patients without diverting stoma (1.2% vs 2.0%).
- Rectoperineal fistula was most common ARM subtype (28.9%); 75% underwent PSARP, 25% PSARVUP, with 63.4% having protective stoma.
- Only 2.6% developed superficial wound infections managed conservatively, demonstrating overall low morbidity with standardized protocols.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. A Modification of the Anoplasty Technique during a Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty and Anorectal Vaginal Urethroplasty Closure: The Para-U-Stitch to Prevent Wound Dehiscence. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2023-03-07. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/8452?via_space=staycurrentmd
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