Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4170834 | Paediatric Respiratory Reviews | 2016 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryDespite acute respiratory and chronic respiratory and gastro-intestinal complications, most infants and children with a history of oesophageal atresia / trachea-oesophageal fistula [OA/TOF] can expect to live a fairly normal life. Close multidisciplinary medical and surgical follow-up can identify important co-morbidities whose treatment can improve symptoms and optimize pulmonary and nutritional outcomes. This article will discuss the aetiology, classification, diagnosis and treatment of congenital TOF, with an emphasis on post-surgical respiratory management, recognition of early and late onset complications, and long-term clinical outcomes.
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Authors
Sara C. Sadreameli, Sharon A. McGrath-Morrow,