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Long-term complications of congenital esophageal atresia–single institution experience

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Abstract

Objective

To evaluate general health condition of children operated for esophageal atresia, including complications from gastrointestinal tract and skeletal defects.

Methods

Between 1990 and 2005, 77 patients were operated for esophageal atresia in the Polish Mother’s Health Memorial Hospital. The study was based on retrospective analysis of medical case records of all children with esophageal atresia. All living patients (n=51) were invited for follow-up studies.

Results

Pathological gastroesophageal reflux was found in 46.7% of children. Scoliosis was diagnosed in 20 patients. Chest deformations were observed in 43.3% children

Conclusion

The absence of clinical symptoms does not exclude the presence of gastroesophageal reflux in children operated for esophageal atresia. Children operated for esophageal atresia should be followed up regularly by a multispecialistic medical team.

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  1. Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Polish Mother’s Health Center Research Institute in Lodz, Rzgowska 281/289, 93-338, Lodz, Poland

    Maria Koziarkiewicz, A. Taczalska, I. Jasiñska-Jaskula, H. Grochulska-Cerska & A. Piaseczna-Piotrowska

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Koziarkiewicz, M., Taczalska, A., Jasiñska-Jaskula, I. et al. Long-term complications of congenital esophageal atresia–single institution experience. Indian Pediatr 52, 499–501 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13312-015-0664-4

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