Early evaluation of perineal anal transplant in low anorectal anomalies

The early postoperative results of perineal anal transplant operation were evaluated. The procedure was done in 22 neonates and infants with different types of low anorectal anomaly. Some modifications for the original procedure described by Swenson and Donnellan were performed. The first modification was the use of 2 incisions with skin bridge in between rather than the single Y incision, the first incision encircled the fistulous tract opening or the ectopically placed anus, and the second incision in the planned site of the newly transplanted anus. This second incision was done in cruciate fashion and the 4 skin flaps were dissected. The second modification was suturing these 4 skin flaps to the anal canal in zigzag form to prevent ring stricture. The results of this operation were good

Rectal scaping as a diagnostic tool in schistosomiasis

Scraping of the rectal mucosa was found to be a valuable method in diagnosis of schistosoma infection. Statistically significant higher positive results than stool examination were detected in Schistosoma mansoni infection. Moreover, it is useful in diagnosis of Schistosoma haematobium Infection with rectal involvement and cases of mixed infection. Results of rectal scraping were also comparable to those obtained by snip biopsy from the rectum; however, the former is easier, does not interrupt the continuity of mucosa and needs no special equipments. It may be of value in field studies