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Kinder- und Jugendmedizin 2025; 25(S 01): S59-S60
DOI: 10.1055/a-2665-3358
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Rehabilitation Treatment for Children and Adolescents with Corrected Esophageal Atresia

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Authors

  • Krystyna Poplawska

    1   Klinik für Pädiatrische Pneumologie und Allergologie, Rehabilitationsklinik für Kinder und Jugendliche, Fachkliniken Wangen, Deutschland

  • Stephan Illing

    2   Wissenschaftlicher Beirat, KEKS e. V., Stuttgart, Deutschland

  • Stefanie Lorenz

    3   Kinder- und Jugendmedizin, KEKS e. V., Stuttgart, Deutschland
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Abstract

Background Children with corrected esophageal atresia (EA) often suffer from pulmonary, nutritional, and psychosocial problems. Structured rehabilitation programs for this group are lacking.

Aim The aim was to develop a group-oriented concept to improve participation, resilience, and quality of life.

Methods In cooperation with the patient organization KEKS, Fachklinik Wangen established a four-week interdisciplinary program. Indications include recurrent infections, chronic cough, nutritional failure, reduced endurance, and high family stress. Interventions comprise medical optimization, physiotherapy, sports therapy, nutritional counseling, psychological support, educational measures, and structured caregiver training.

Results The first implementations showed high acceptance, improved physical resilience and psychosocial stability, and strong benefits from peer exchange.

Conclusion Specialized rehabilitation for EA represents an important and necessary addition to pediatric care.

Keywords

esophageal atresia/oesophageal atresia - rare disease - specialized rehabilitation programs - respiratory problems - group-oriented rehabilitation programs - holistic care


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Article published online:
10 October 2025

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