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Esophageal atresia associated with esophageal duplication cyst
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|November 1, 1987
Insights
A rare congenital condition, esophageal atresia with an esophageal duplication cyst, was successfully treated in one surgery. This combined approach at the initial thoracotomy offers a novel treatment strategy for these co-occurring esophageal anomalies.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Malformations
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Background:
- Esophageal atresia is a rare congenital anomaly requiring surgical correction.
- Esophageal duplication cysts are uncommon congenital abnormalities that can present with various symptoms.
Abstract:
A rare case of esophageal atresia associated with esophageal duplication cyst is reported. The cystic duplication was recognized and successfully resected at primary thoracotomy for repair of esophageal atresia. This case is believed to be the first reported instance where both lesions could be treated concomitantly at first thoracotomy.