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MeSH Heading: Anus, Imperforate
Tree Number(s): C06.198.050; C16.131.314.094
Unique ID: D001006
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D001006
Scope Note: A congenital abnormality characterized by the persistence of the anal membrane, resulting in a thin membrane covering the normal ANAL CANAL. Imperforation is not always complete and is treated by surgery in infancy. This defect is often associated with NEURAL TUBE DEFECTS; MENTAL RETARDATION; and DOWN SYNDROME.
Entry Term(s): Anal Atresia; Atresia, Anal
NLM Classification #: WI 600
Public MeSH Note: 66
History Note: 66(64)
Date Established: 1966/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2012/07/03

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