Bowel function, urinary tract function, and health-related quality of life in males with anorectal malformations
Topic overview
This cross-sectional study of 58 male patients treated for anorectal malformations found that while bowel function was impaired compared to controls, it significantly improved with age. Urinary symptoms were slightly elevated but comparable to controls, and health-related quality of life remained unaffected.
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- Only 42% of male ARM patients achieved well-preserved bowel function (BFS ≥17) vs 95% of controls, but function improves significantly with age.
- Soiling and urge sensation in ARM patients improve with age; bowel function score increases significantly in older patients.
- Male ARM patients report more straining and stress incontinence than controls, though overall urinary symptoms are comparable.
- Health-related quality of life in male ARM patients is similar to or better than normative data despite functional impairments.
- No significant association found between bowel function, urinary function, and quality of life outcomes in this male ARM cohort.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Bowel function, urinary tract function, and health-related quality of life in males with anorectal malformations. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2024-06-27. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/8780?via_space=staycurrentmd
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