How Do You Spell IMPERFORATE ANUS?

Pronunciation: [ɪmpˈɜːfəɹˌe͡ɪt ˈe͡ɪnʌs] (IPA)

Imperforate anus is a medical condition whereby the anus does not develop properly or is blocked, making it impossible for stool to pass normally. The correct spelling of "imperforate anus" is /ɪmˈpərfəreɪt ˈeɪnəs/. This is phonetically transcribed as "im-per-for-ate ay-nus." The pronunciation uses the primary stress on the second syllable, and the "a" sound in "an" is pronounced as "ay." This condition can be life-threatening and requires prompt medical attention. Treatment can vary depending on the severity of the condition.

IMPERFORATE ANUS Meaning and Definition

1. Imperforate anus, also referred to as anal atresia, is a medical condition characterized by the absence or abnormal closure of the anal opening (rectal opening) in a newborn baby. In a typical anus, there is a clear passage for the elimination of feces from the body. However, in cases of imperforate anus, this passage is either absent, too narrow, or completely blocked, leading to difficulties in passing stool.

   Imperforate anus is usually present at birth and is often detected immediately or shortly after the baby's delivery during a physical examination. The condition occurs due to a failure of the anal opening to develop properly while the baby is developing in the womb. There are different classifications and severities of imperforate anus, including low, intermediate, and high types, depending on the location of the obstruction.

   Treatment for imperforate anus typically involves surgical intervention to create an anal opening or reconstruct the anal canal. The specific surgical procedure required depends on the complexity and severity of the condition. In some cases, the child may need a temporary colostomy, where an opening is created in the abdomen to divert stool to an external bag until the anus can be surgically repaired.

   Overall, imperforate anus is a congenital anomaly that requires medical attention and intervention to rectify the abnormality and enable the child to pass stool normally. The prognosis for children with imperforate anus generally depends on the precise anatomical defect, associated medical conditions, and the success of the surgical procedure.

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Etymology of IMPERFORATE ANUS

The word "imperforate" is derived from Latin. It comes from the Latin word "imperforatus", which is a combination of the prefix "im-" (meaning "not") and "perforatus" (meaning "pierced" or "perforated"). "Anus", on the other hand, comes from Latin as well and refers to the external opening of the rectum.

So, "imperforate anus" literally means a condition in which the anal opening is not properly formed or lacks the normal opening.

Similar spelling words for IMPERFORATE ANUS

• Anus, imperforate,
• imperforate hymen,
• imperfectness,
• imperfect tense,
• imperfective aspect,
• imperative mood.

Plural form of IMPERFORATE ANUS is IMPERFORATE ANUSES