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Abstract Survival rates in esophageal atresia (EA) patients have reached 90%. In long-term follow-up studies the focus has shifted from purely surgical or gastrointestinal evaluation to a multidisciplinary approach. We evaluated the long-term morbidity in adolescent and adult EA patients […] LEARN MORE
INTRODUCTION: Because many aspects of the management of esophageal atresia (EA) are still controversial, we evaluated the practice patterns of this condition across Europe. METHODS: A survey was completed by 178 delegates (from 45 [27 European] countries; 88% senior respondents) […] LEARN MORE
OBJECTIVE: Our study aimed at (1) evaluating neonatal management and outcome of neonates with either a prenatal or a postnatal diagnosis of EA (2) analyzing the impact of prenatal diagnosis on outcome based on the type of EA. STUDY DESIGN: […] LEARN MORE
PURPOSE: A prospective national register was established in 2008 to record all new cases of live-birth newborns with esophageal atresia (EA). This epidemiological survey was recommended as part of a national rare diseases plan. METHODS: All 38 national centers treating […] LEARN MORE
Despite early surgical repair, congenital esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistula (EA ± TEF) has long-term effects on respiratory and gastrointestinal function. This review updates summarizes research published since 2003 on long-term respiratory complications in patients with a history […] LEARN MORE
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