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Neonatal Esophageal Stenosis: A Case Series
Nidhi Jain1, Susrita Banerjee1, Ravindra Kumar2
1Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India.
Sage Open Pediatrics
|July 4, 2025
Summary
Esophageal stenosis is rare in newborns and often asymptomatic. This case series highlights two infants with esophageal stenosis presenting similarly but with distinct congenital and acquired causes.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Neonatal Medicine
- Surgical Pediatrics
Background:
- Esophageal stenosis, a rare condition, typically presents asymptomatically in neonates.
- Early diagnosis and management are crucial for preventing complications.
Observation:
- This case series examines two neonates with esophageal stenosis.
- Both infants presented with identical clinical signs during the neonatal period.
- Etiologies differed, with one case being congenital and the other acquired.
Findings:
- Congenital esophageal stenosis results from developmental anomalies.
- Acquired esophageal stenosis can arise from various postnatal factors.
- Despite similar presentations, distinct underlying causes necessitate tailored treatment approaches.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering diverse etiologies for esophageal stenosis in neonates.
- Emphasizes the need for thorough diagnostic evaluation to differentiate congenital from acquired causes.
- Informs clinical practice regarding the management of neonatal esophageal stenosis.
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