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Perioperative Complications of Esophageal Atresia

Francesco Morini1, Andrea Conforti1, Pietro Bagolan1

  • 1Neonatal Surgery Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Neonatology, Ospedale Pediatrico Bambino Gesù, IRCCS, Rome, Italy.

European Journal of Pediatric Surgery : Official Journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [Et Al] = Zeitschrift Fur Kinderchirurgie
|March 14, 2018
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Infants with esophageal atresia with/without tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) have high survival rates. This review details common perioperative complications, focusing on prevention and treatment strategies for these challenging cases.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Neonatal Care
  • Congenital Abnormalities

Background:

  • Esophageal atresia with/without tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) affects newborns, with survival rates now exceeding 90%.
  • Despite high survival, perioperative complications remain a significant concern for affected infants and surgical teams.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the most frequent perioperative complications in infants with EA/TEF.
  • To identify predisposing factors, preventive measures, and treatment options for these complications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on perioperative complications in EA/TEF.
  • Analysis of predisposing factors, prevention, and treatment strategies.

Main Results:

  • Detailed description of common perioperative complications specific to EA/TEF.
  • Identification of key risk factors and management approaches.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing perioperative complications is crucial for improving outcomes in EA/TEF infants.
  • Understanding and managing these complications requires a multidisciplinary approach and surgical expertise.

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