Vol. 11, Special Issue 10 (2022)

Author(s):
Anand VM, Balagoni Hanuman, Anil, Akash, Prashant Gujjalkar and Pruthviraj

Abstract:
Day old lamb and kid were presented with history absence of anus. Physical examination revealed atresia ani without bulge upon abdominal compression. Tentative diagnosis of type III or IV atresia ani was made and reconstruction of anal opening was planned. Intraoperatively the blind rectal end was observed approximately 2cm from anal area in both animals. Anal opening was made and both animals passed stools postoperatively without any complications.