Abstract.
Congenital anorectal malformations are found in many forms, and are frequently associated with other anomalies, especially of the spinal cord, spine, and urogenital system. Decisions concerning initial management of children with anorectal malformations can be made only after accurate determination of (a) the level and type of malformation, (b) the type of fistula, (c) the developmental state of the sphincter muscle complex, and (d) the presence of associated anomalies. Magnetic resonance imaging has proven to be the only modality to answer all these crucial questions, and has contributed to a better insight in the morphology and pathogenesis of such complex congenital malformations.
Article PDF
Similar content being viewed by others
Avoid common mistakes on your manuscript.
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Additional information
Received 27 March 1997; Revision received 22 July 1997; Accepted 23 July 1997
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
Nievelstein, R., Vos, A. & Valk, J. MR imaging of anorectal malformations and associated anomalies. Eur Radiol 8, 573–581 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1007/s003300050437
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s003300050437