Definition

Noun: A congenital medical condition where the opening of the anus is either missing or blocked. This defect is present at birth and prevents or obstructs the normal passage of stool.

Usage

This is a specific medical term used in healthcare contexts. It describes a physical abnormality. * The newborn was diagnosed with an imperforate anus and required immediate surgery. * Imperforate anus is a condition that pediatric surgeons are trained to correct.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often modified to describe the severity or type, such as "high" or "low" imperforate anus, referring to the position of the rectal pouch relative to the pelvic muscles.

Variants and Related Words

• Anal atresia (n): A synonymous medical term for the same condition.
• Anorectal malformation (n): A broader category of birth defects affecting the anus and rectum, which includes imperforate anus.

Synonyms

• Anal atresia

Related Phrases

• Corrective surgery for imperforate anus: The standard medical procedure to treat this condition.
• Born with an imperforate anus: A common phrase used to describe the congenital nature of the defect.

Noun

1. a congenital defect of the anus; there is partial or complete obstruction of the anal opening