Anorectal anomalies

Anorectal anomalies are congenital malformations of the anus and rectum.[1] One anal anomaly, imperforate anus has an estimated incidence of 1 in 5000 births.[2][3] It affects boys and girls with similar frequency.[4]

Not to be confused with anorexia.

Examples of anorectal anomalies include:

Ribbon
The ribbon to represent Anorectal Malformations

The ribbon to represent Anorectal Malformations/Imperforate Anus abnormalities is Turquoise, which encapsulates hope, strength and a positive attitude. Zebra stripes were added to show the uniqueness and represent just how no two zebra markings are the same, nor are people living with ARM/IA. All unique and beautiful.

Awareness Day

The international awareness day for Anorectal Abnormalities is 1 May. The day aims to raise awareness about an abnormality many haven't heard of by creating a human connection for an abnormality that often leaves people feeling alone. The day 1 May was chosen to represent the incidence of the malformation which occur in roughly 1 in 5,000 babies.

See also

References
  1. Cho, Sechin; Moore, Shawn P.; Fangman, Tony (1 May 2001). "One Hundred Three Consecutive Patients With Anorectal Malformations and Their Associated Anomalies". Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. 155 (5): 587–91. doi:10.1001/archpedi.155.5.587. ISSN 1072-4710. PMID 11343503.
  2. Texas Pediatric Associates. "Imperforate anus." Retrieved 13 July 2005.
  3. MedLine Plus. "Imperforate anus." Retrieved 13 July 2005.
  4. Adotey JM, Jebbin NJ (2004). "Anorectal disorders requiring surgical treatment in the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt". Nigerian Journal of Medicine. 13 (4): 350–4. PMID 15523860.


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