Long-Term Outcomes of Patients with Tracheoesophageal Fistula/Esophageal Atresia: Survey Results from Tracheoesophageal Fistula/Esophageal Atresia Online Communities

Conclusion TEF/EA patients have long-term dysphagia and GERD that may be under reported. Retrospective studies of outcomes after TEF/EA repair may underestimate long-term esophageal dysmotility, dysphagia, GERD, and strictures that occur regardless of the type of repair and adversely affect quality of life. Fifteen percent of all TEF/EA patients surveyed required an antireflux procedure during childhood, and more than one-quarter of those required repeat surgery. These data demonstrate the need for long-term follow-up as pediatric patients transition to adult care.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text
Source: European Journal of Pediatric Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research