Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Atresia ani birth defect and surgery in female dogs
By Vianna, Maria L & Tobias, Karen M·Published in Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association·2005·Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Atresia ani in the dog: a retrospective study.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A female miniature poodle was diagnosed with atresia ani, a rare birth defect where the rectum and anus are not properly formed. This condition can lead to serious issues, including difficulty passing stool. The recommended treatment is surgery to correct the defect. However, there can be complications after surgery, such as problems controlling bowel movements. It's important for pet owners to be aware of these risks and discuss them with their veterinarian if they suspect their dog has this condition.
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Abstract
Congenital anomalies of the rectum and anus are rare in dogs. The most frequently reported anomaly is atresia ani. Four types of atresia ani have been reported, including congenital anal stenosis (Type I); imperforate anus alone (Type II) or combined with more cranial termination of the rectum as a blind pouch (Type III); and discontinuity of the proximal rectum with normal anal and terminal rectal development (Type IV). An increased incidence was found in females and in several breeds, including miniature or toy poodles and Boston terriers. Surgical repair is the treatment of choice, but postoperative complications can occur, including fecal incontinence and colonic atony secondary to prolonged preoperative distension.
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