Low lying umbilicus in a neonate with anomalous position of penis and anus

ABSTRACT

A healthy thriving neonate was brought with the complaint of passage of stool like material from glans penis. In this healthy baby umbilicus was found to be placed caudally 4cm above symphysis pubis. The penis was located away from scrotum and anus was anteriorly placed with mucosal protrusion. There were no complaints related to passage of urine and stool. Extensive investigations revealed no associated anomaly and any communication between urinary tract and anorectal canal. Reassurance was given to the family and advise for regular follow up given