Esophageal atresia
Alternate Names : Tracheoesophageal fistula
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Tracheoesophageal fistula repair - series
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Normal anatomy
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Indications
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Procedure, part 1
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Procedure, part 2
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Aftercare
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Tracheoesophageal fistula repair - series Indications
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A tracheoesophageal fistula is a congenital anomaly in which there is a connection between the trachea and the esophagus. This is a life-threatening problem requiring immediate intervention. Saliva and gastric secretions may be aspirated into the lungs through the abnormal opening in the trachea. Normal swallowing and digestion of food cannot occur with the abnormal esophagus.
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 Tracheoesophageal fistula repair - series
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