Abstract
Anal Reconstruction of Type II Atresia Ani in a 3-day Old Malin Lamb
Highlights
Atresia ani is defined as a rare congenital deformity of the anus and rectum, which occasionally occurs in new-born animals
This case report highlights a case of atresia ani in a 3-day old lamb, which successfully treated via anal surgical reconstruction
No radiographic examination was available in this case, the case was confirmed as atresia ani Type II anomaly because 1) Absence of rectal opening and 2) No formation of anal fistula upon digital palpation and observed during surgery
Summary
Atresia ani is defined as a rare congenital deformity of the anus and rectum, which occasionally occurs in new-born animals. Atresia ani can be corrected via surgical intervention, which is the goal treatment with variable prognosis (Kiliç & Sarierler, 2004). This case report highlights a case of atresia ani in a 3-day old lamb, which successfully treated via anal surgical reconstruction. An examination of the perineal area by digital palpation revealed a blind rectal pouch indented with an anal scar (~2 cm) (see Fig. 1A). The blind end of rectal tissue was retracted caudally to the perineal skin, and two stay sutures were placed opposite to one another on the perineal skin to hold the rectum sac (see Fig. 1D). It was advisable to not use the animal for breeding purposes in the future
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