What proportion of children with complex oesophageal atresia require oesophageal lengthening procedures?
Babies with oesophageal atresia (OA) who cannot achieve a primary anastomosis (complex OA) may be treated by attempted oesophageal lengthening. We contrast reported outcomes of lengthening with our experience of managing complex OA.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Laura Phillips, Bruce Jaffray Source Type: research