Perineal groove-a case report

Pediatr Dermatol. 2010 Nov-Dec;27(6):626-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1525-1470.2010.01320.x.

Abstract

The perineal groove is a rare congenital anomaly of the perineum. We present a case of this uncommon condition that had been misinterpreted as irritant dermatitis following treatment for diaper rash. To our knowledge this is the first report of this condition is the dermatology literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Dermatitis, Irritant / diagnosis*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Diaper Rash / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Perineum / abnormalities*
  • Rectum / abnormalities*