Objective To investigate the application of gluteus maximus transplantation for fecal incontinence after surgery of high anal atresia. Methods Between December 2002 and November 2010, 25 patients with fecal incontinence were treated with gluteus maximus transplantation, which was caused by surgery of high anal atresia. There were 11 malesand 14 females with an average age of 10.2 years (range, 3-22 years). Preoperative radiography, anorectal manometer, and electromyogram showed abnormality or deficiency of anal sphincter function. Wexner score, Fecal Incontinence Quality of Life (FIQL) questionnaire, and Self-rated Health Measurement Scale Version 1.0 (SRHMS) score were used to evaluate l ife qual ity of the patients. The anorectal manometer, intra-rectal ultrasound examination, and defecation radiography were performed. Results Healing of incision by first intention was achieved in 23 cases and rectal-wound fistula occurred in 2 cases. The follow-up time was 1 to 9 years (mean, 6.3 years). Defecation frequency was decreased from more than 10 times to 4-6 times every day. Wexner score and SRHMS were significantly improved at 1 or 2 years after surgery when compared with preoperative socres (P lt; 0.05). FIQL was also significantly improved after 2 years (P lt; 0.05). At 2 years after surgery, the anal maximum systol ic pressure, contraction duration, and maximum systol ic volume were improved, showing significant differences when compared with those at preoperation and 1 year after surgery (P lt; 0.05). Conclusion Gluteus maximus transplantation can improve defecation controls in the patients with fecal incontinence after surgery of high anal atresia.