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[X-ray diagnosis of rare esophageal diseases in children]
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Esophageal atresia and congenital narrowings affect children, causing esophagitis and pneumonia. Early detection through X-ray studies is crucial for timely intervention and improved outcomes in pediatric esophageal abnormalities.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
Background:
- Esophageal abnormalities are a significant concern in pediatric patients.
- Congenital conditions like esophageal atresia and narrowings require early diagnosis and management.
- Tracheoesophageal fistulas often accompany esophageal atresia, complicating treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the clinical and radiological findings in children with esophageal abnormalities.
- To determine the prevalence of esophageal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistulas, and congenital narrowings.
- To assess the associated complications and long-term outcomes in affected children.
Main Methods:
- Clinical examination and X-ray studies were performed on 300 children aged hours to 14 years.
- Subjects with diagnosed esophageal abnormalities were analyzed for specific conditions.
- Correlation between radiological findings and clinical presentation was established.
Main Results:
- Esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistulas was identified in 77 subjects.
- Congenital esophageal narrowings were diagnosed in 21 subjects.
- Children with esophageal atresia and a lower fistula exhibited catarrhal/erosive esophagitis and "corrosive" pneumonia.
Conclusions:
- Certain types of esophageal atresia are detectable via radiography.
- Comprehensive studies are necessary to identify fistulas in patent esophagi.
- Impairments in primary intestinal tube development can lead to congenital esophageal narrowings, causing obstruction and aspiration-related lung changes.
Abstract:
Clinical and X-ray studies of 300 children aged hours to 14 years who had abnormalities of the esophagus have revealed its atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistulas in 77 subjects, that with congenital narrowings in 21. It was proved that some varieties of atresias might be roentgenologically detected and comprehensive studies should be carried out to determine fistulas in the completely patent esophagus. Despite the age, all children with esophageal atresia with a lower fistula were found to develop catarrhal and erosive esophagitis and "corrosive" pneumonia. Hamartia and recanalization impairments of the primary intestinal tube result in congenital esophageal narrowings leading not only to obstruction, but to aspiration obstructive changes in the lung.