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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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.
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- 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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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Quality of Life of Children after Completion of Surgical Treatment for Anorectal Malformation: A Single-Centre Cross-Sectional Study in South-Western Uganda. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2024-10-11. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/9283?via_space=staycurrentmd
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