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Perineal canal is an infrequently encountered female anorectal anomaly. The available surgical techniques for repair of this malformation are unsatisfactory because of their high risk of recurrence. We present a new surgical technique with posterior repositioning of the perineal canal in continuity with the anorectum. The advantages are a low risk of recurrence and excellent functional and cosmetic results.
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Rao, K.L.N., Choudhury, S.R., Samujh, R. et al. Perineal canal — repair by a new surgical technique. Pediatr Surg Int 8, 449–450 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00176745
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