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Tracheoesophageal Fistula Newborn Presentation and Outcome: Case Series

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Abstract

Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF/TOF) represents one of the most rare congenital anomaly in pediatric centers. Its an abnormal connection (fistula) between esophagus and trachea, characterized by copious salivation associated with choking, coughing, vomiting, cyanosis coincident with the onset of feeding and aspiration. Tracheoesophageal fistula commonly associated with other congenital anomaly, particularly cardiac defects. Diagnose can be established early during antenatal care by ultrasonography and postnatal by babygram and esophagography. Definitive management of TEF is surgical procedure. In this study we want to present outcome of our patients with tracheoesophageal fistula. Three cases were identified as tracheoesophageal fistula type C. The first and second case suffered vomit after feeding, then underwent esophagography examination and got surgical procedure. The third case showed difficult entry of feeding tube and hypersalivation but did not get other supporting examinations due to worsening condition. The first case with stable condition and discharge from hospital, meanwhile the second and third case passed away due to severe comorbid. Tracheoesophageal fistula diagnosis should be done immediately for planning surgery procedure. Supportive management would be needed if there are comorbid diseases. The prognosis of TEF is determined by clinical improvement after surgery and comorbid disease.

DOI 10.11648/j.ajp.20200603.24
Published in American Journal of Pediatrics ( Volume 6, Issue 3, September 2020 )
Page(s) 259-267
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Keywords

Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Neonate, Presentation, Outcome

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  • Department of Child Health, Sanglah Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Indonesia

  • Department of Child Health, Sanglah Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Indonesia

  • Department of Surgery, Sanglah Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Udayana University, Denpasar, Indonesia

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