Case of laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty performed with temporary umbilical loop colostomy for high anorectal malformation (rectovesical fistula): a three-stage minimally invasive surgery

Abstract

This is the first report of three-stage laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty (LAARP) with temporary umbilical loop colostomy aiming for minimally invasive surgery in a boy with high anorectal malformation. The procedure was performed safely and resulted in small inconspicuous wounds. LAARP with temporary umbilical loop colostomy was a sufficiently useful therapeutic approach to high anorectal malformation.