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DOI: 10.1055/a-2227-6389
Missed Proximal Tracheoesophageal Fistula (TEF) in a Neonate with Type D Esophageal Atresia
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Abstract
We present the case of a patient with the rare type D esophageal atresia (EA), diagnosed after correction of an EA initially diagnosed as type C. Routine postoperative contrast esophagogram showed a missed proximal tracheoesophageal fistula. This case report illustrates the potential difficulties to diagnose type D EA.
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This case report illustrates the potential difficulties to diagnose type D EA. It underscores the value of additional diagnostic tools, such as contrast esophagogram, bronchoscopy, and esophagoscopy, in the assessment of patients with suspicion of a recurrent or missed proximal fistula after initial EA repair.
Publikationsverlauf
Eingereicht: 26. Mai 2023
Angenommen: 10. Dezember 2023
Accepted Manuscript online:
13. Dezember 2023
Artikel online veröffentlicht:
10. Januar 2024
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