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The purpose of this study was to investigate intersectional reporting, mental health co-morbidities, and psychosocial experiences of adults born with anorectal malformation.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A systematic quantitative literature review was utilized to collect and analyze data. Articles were required to discuss population demographics, mental health comorbidities, or psychosocial experiences associated with anorectal malformation in adulthood. A total of 94 articles were found suitable for review.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Patient ethnicity, culture, sexuality, and spirituality were significantly underrepresented. Mental health co-morbidities such as anxiety and depression were discussed but rarely transitioned to intervention. Psychological challenges included psychosexual anxiety and limited professional knowledge. Sociological challenges included navigating health services and social settings. Literature prioritized continence outcomes that diminished psychosocial complexities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The intersectionality, mental health concerns, and psychosocial experiences of adults born with anorectal malformation remain largely unknown. 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