Research & Literature

[Congenital Esophageal Atresia].

Suzuki M, Kuwano H

Kyobu geka. The Japanese journal of thoracic surgery 2015; (68(8)):711-7.

The evaluation of deglutition with videofluoroscopy after repair of esophageal atresia and/or tracheoesophageal fistula.

Yalcin S, Demir N, Serel S, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2015; (50(11)):1823-7.

Lung maturity in esophageal atresia: Experimental and clinical study.

Fragoso AC, Martinez L, Estevão-Costa J, Tovar JA

Journal of pediatric surgery 2015; (50(8)):1251-9.

Bridging the Gap in the Repair of Long-Gap Esophageal Atresia: Still Questions on Diagnostics and Treatment.

von Allmen D, Wijnen RM

European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift fur Kinderchirurgie 2015; (25(4)):312-7 doi:10.1055/s-0035-1562926.

Long-term esophageal and respiratory outcomes in children with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula.

Cartabuke RH, Lopez R, Thota PN

Gastroenterology report 2016; (4(4)):310-314 doi:10.1093/gastro/gov055.

Endoscopic Management of Anastomotic Esophageal Strictures Secondary to Esophageal Atresia.

Manfredi MA

Gastrointestinal endoscopy clinics of North America 2016; (26(1)):201-19.

Fluoroscopic balloon dilatation for anastomotic strictures in patients with esophageal atresia: A fifteen-year single centre UK experience.

Raitio A, Cresner R, Smith R, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2016; (51(9)):1426-8.

Outcomes of thoracoscopy versus thoracotomy for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula repair: A PRISMA-compliant systematic review and meta-analysis.

Yang YF, Dong R, Zheng C, et al.

Medicine 2016; (95(30)):e4428 doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000004428.

Assessment of Clinical Symptoms and Multichannel Intraluminal Impedance and pH Monitoring in Children After Thoracoscopic Repair of Esophageal Atresia and Distal Tracheoesophageal Fistula.

Iwańczak BM, Kosmowska-Miśków A, Kofla-Dłubacz A, et al.

Advances in clinical and experimental medicine : official organ Wroclaw Medical University 2016; (25(5)):917-922 doi:10.17219/acem/61844.

Esophageal Atresia with or without Tracheoesophageal Fistula (EA/TEF): Association of Different EA/TEF Subtypes with Specific Co-occurring Congenital Anomalies and Implications for Diagnostic Workup.

Bogs T, Zwink N, Chonitzki V, et al.

European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift fur Kinderchirurgie 2018; (28(2)):176-182 doi:10.1055/s-0036-1597946.

Long-Term Management Challenges in Esophageal Atresia.

White A, Bueno R

Current treatment options in gastroenterology 2017; (15(1)):46-52 doi:10.1007/s11938-017-0127-1.

Isolated tracheoesophageal fistula versus esophageal atresia - Early morbidity and short-term outcome. A single institution series.

Tröbs RB, Finke W, Bahr M, et al.

International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology 2017; (94()):104-111 doi:10.1016/j.ijporl.2017.01.022.

Chd7 is indispensable for mammalian brain development through activation of a neuronal differentiation programme.

Feng W, Kawauchi D, Körkel-Qu H, et al.

Nature communications 2017; (8()):14758 doi:10.1038/ncomms14758.

Esophageal Atresia/Tracheoesophageal Fistula Repair Complicated by Tracheomalacia: A Case Report of Successful Management of Respiratory Distress Using Caudal Morphine.

Dion JM, Ho AM, Winthrop A, Flavin MP

A & A case reports 2017; (9(1)):28-30 doi:10.1213/XAA.0000000000000517.

Aspiration Risk and Respiratory Complications in Patients with Esophageal Atresia.

Kovesi T

Frontiers in pediatrics 2017; (5()):62 doi:10.3389/fped.2017.00062.

Update on Foregut Molecular Embryology and Role of Regenerative Medicine Therapies.

Perin S, McCann CJ, Borrelli O, et al.

Frontiers in pediatrics 2017; (5()):91 doi:10.3389/fped.2017.00091.

CHARGEd with neural crest defects.

Pauli S, Bajpai R, Borchers A

American journal of medical genetics. Part C, Seminars in medical genetics 2017; (175(4)):478-486 doi:10.1002/ajmg.c.31584.

High Prevalence of Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma After Repair of Esophageal Atresia.

Vergouwe FWT, IJsselstijn H, Biermann K, et al.

Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association 2018; (16(4)):513-521.e6 doi:10.1016/j.cgh.2017.11.008.

Management of neonates with right-sided aortic arch and esophageal atresia: International survey on IPEG AND ESPES members´ experience.

Aguilera-Pujabet M, Gahete JAM, Guillén G, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2018; (53(10)):1923-1927 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2017.11.051.

Prevalence of Laryngeal Cleft in Pediatric Patients With Esophageal Atresia.

Londahl M, Irace AL, Kawai K, et al.

JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery 2018; (144(2)):164-168 doi:10.1001/jamaoto.2017.2682.

Characteristics and outcomes of children with ductal-dependent congenital heart disease and esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula: A multi-institutional analysis.

Puri K, Morris SA, Mery CM, et al.

Surgery 2018; (163(4)):847-853 doi:10.1016/j.surg.2017.09.010.

Basic Knowledge of Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Esophageal Atresia.

Lee S

Advances in neonatal care : official journal of the National Association of Neonatal Nurses 2018; (18(1)):14-21 doi:10.1097/ANC.0000000000000464.

Neurodevelopmental outcomes of infants with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula.

Mawlana W, Zamiara P, Lane H, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2018; (53(9)):1651-1654 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2017.12.024.

Perioperative Complications of Esophageal Atresia.

Morini F, Conforti A, Bagolan P

European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift fur Kinderchirurgie 2018; (28(2)):133-140 doi:10.1055/s-0038-1636941.

Atypical CHARGE associated with a novel frameshift mutation of CHD7 in a Chinese neonatal patient.

Xu YP, Shi LP, Zhu J

BMC pediatrics 2018; (18(1)):203 doi:10.1186/s12887-018-1181-0.

Staged Thoracoscopic Repair of Long-Gap Esophageal Atresia Without Temporary Gastrostomy.

Bogusz B, Patkowski D, Gerus S, et al.

Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A 2018; (28(12)):1510-1512 doi:10.1089/lap.2018.0188.

Prevalence of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Adolescents With Esophageal Atresia.

Lardenois E, Michaud L, Schneider A, et al.

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition 2019; (69(1)):52-56 doi:10.1097/MPG.0000000000002261.

Management of long gap esophageal atresia: A systematic review and evidence-based guidelines from the APSA Outcomes and Evidence Based Practice Committee.

Baird R, Lal DR, Ricca RL, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2019; (54(4)):675-687 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2018.12.019.

HSPA6: A new autosomal recessive candidate gene for the VATER/VACTERL malformation spectrum.

Kause F, Zhang R, Ludwig M, et al.

Birth defects research 2019; (111(10)):591-597 doi:10.1002/bdr2.1493.

Oesophageal atresia.

van Lennep M, Singendonk MMJ, Dall'Oglio L, et al.

Nature reviews. Disease primers 2019; (5(1)):26 doi:10.1038/s41572-019-0077-0.

The Use of Endoclips in Thoracoscopic Correction of Esophageal Atresia: Advantages or Complications?

Chiarenza SF, Bleve C, Zolpi E, et al.

Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A 2019; (29(7)):976-980 doi:10.1089/lap.2018.0388.

Feeding difficulty is the dominant feature in 12 Chinese newborns with CHD7 pathogenic variants.

Chen X, Yan K, Gao Y, et al.

BMC medical genetics 2019; (20(1)):93 doi:10.1186/s12881-019-0813-z.

Use of Magnets as a Minimally Invasive Approach for Anastomosis in Esophageal Atresia: Long-Term Outcomes.

Slater BJ, Borobia P, Lovvorn HN, et al.

Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A 2019; (29(10)):1202-1206 doi:10.1089/lap.2019.0199.

Novel approach for the dissection of upper pouch during primary repair of esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula: Technique and results.

Pandey V, Panigrahi P, Kumar R, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2020; (55(4)):767-771 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2019.10.005.

Intralesional Steroid Injection Therapy for Esophageal Anastomotic Stricture Following Esophageal Atresia Repair.

Ngo PD, Kamran A, Clark SJ, et al.

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition 2020; (70(4)):462-467 doi:10.1097/MPG.0000000000002562.

Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Esophageal Atresia.

Krishnan U

Frontiers in pediatrics 2019; (7()):497 doi:10.3389/fped.2019.00497.

Phenotypic spectrum of neonatal CHARGE syndrome.

Sánchez N, Hernández M, Cruz JP, Mellado C

Revista chilena de pediatria 2019; (90(5)):533-538 doi:10.32641/rchped.v90i5.1080.

Insufflation in minimally invasive surgery: Is there any advantage in staying low?

Sidler M, Wong ZH, Eaton S, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2020; (55(7)):1356-1362 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2019.11.026.

Phenotypic spectrum of typical CHARGE syndrome in a Chinese male neonate: a case report.

Sun Y, Sun J, Li N, et al.

Translational pediatrics 2020; (9(2)):180-186 doi:10.21037/tp.2020.03.09.

The learning curve for thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula: A cumulative sum analysis.

Kim W, Son J, Lee S, Seo JM

Journal of pediatric surgery 2020; (55(11)):2527-2530 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2020.06.005.

ERNICA Consensus Conference on the Management of Patients with Long-Gap Esophageal Atresia: Perioperative, Surgical, and Long-Term Management.

Dingemann C, Eaton S, Aksnes G, et al.

European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift fur Kinderchirurgie 2021; (31(3)):214-225 doi:10.1055/s-0040-1713932.

Maternal risk associated with the VACTERL association: A case-control study.

van de Putte R, de Walle HEK, van Hooijdonk KJM, et al.

Birth defects research 2020; (112(18)):1495-1504 doi:10.1002/bdr2.1773.

Influence of birth weight on primary surgical management of newborns with esophageal atresia.

Folaranmi SE, Jawaid WB, Gavin L, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2021; (56(5)):929-932 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2020.11.023.

Anxiety and Depression in Parents of Children Born with Esophageal Atresia: An International Online Survey Study.

Wallace V, Honkalampi K, Sheils E

Journal of pediatric nursing 2021; (60()):77-82 doi:10.1016/j.pedn.2021.02.016.

Association of operative approach with outcomes in neonates with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula.

Etchill EW, Giuliano KA, Boss EF, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2021; (56(12)):2172-2179 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.04.006.

Surgical treatment of esophageal atresia with lower tracheoesophageal fistula in an extremely preterm infant (510 g, 25 + 5 weeks): a case report.

Feng X, Thomé U, Stepan H, et al.

Journal of medical case reports 2021; (15(1)):361 doi:10.1186/s13256-021-02951-x.

Commentary on Nutrition delivery and growth outcomes in infants with long-gap esophageal atresia who undergo the Foker process.

Baird R

Journal of pediatric surgery 2021; (56(12)):2140-2141 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.07.026.

Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula and proximal symphalangism in a patient with a NOG nonsense mutation.

Chooey J, Trexler C, Becker AM, Hogue JS

American journal of medical genetics. Part A 2022; (188(1)):269-271 doi:10.1002/ajmg.a.62486.

The association between polymorphisms in PITX2 and congenital esophageal atresia susceptibility.

Ke J, Tao J, Chen K

American journal of translational research 2021; (13(8)):9808-9813.

Anesthetic management of thoracoscopic procedures in neonates: a retrospective analysis of 45 cases.

Liu H, Le C, Chen J, et al.

Translational pediatrics 2021; (10(8)):2035-2043 doi:10.21037/tp-21-265.

Recommendations for endoscopic surveillance after esophageal atresia repair in adults.

Ten Kate CA, van Hal ARL, Erler NS, et al.

Diseases of the esophagus : official journal of the International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus 2022; (35(7)) doi:10.1093/dote/doab095.

Necessity of Prophylactic Extrapleural Chest Tube During Primary Surgical Repair of Esophageal Atresia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Ladefoged MR, Korang SK, Hildorf SE, et al.

Frontiers in pediatrics 2022; (10()):849992 doi:10.3389/fped.2022.849992.

NAD+ deficiency in human congenital malformations and miscarriage: A new model of pleiotropy.

Mark PR

American journal of medical genetics. Part A 2022; (188(9)):2834-2849 doi:10.1002/ajmg.a.62764.

An overview of esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula.

McGowan NA, Grosel J

JAAPA : official journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants 2022; (35(6)):34-37 doi:10.1097/01.JAA.0000830180.79745.b9.

Time to Death and Predictors Among Neonates with Esophageal Atresia in Ethiopia.

Misganaw NM, Sebsbie G, Adimasu M, et al.

Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare 2022; (15()):1225-1235 doi:10.2147/JMDH.S366470.

[Congenital Esophageal Atresia].

Okuyama H

Kyobu geka. The Japanese journal of thoracic surgery 2022; (75(10)):901-906.

Long-Gap Esophageal Atresia Repair Using Staged Thoracoscopic Internal Traction: The First Kazakhstan Experience.

Sakuov Z, Dzhenalaev D, Ospanov M, et al.

Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A 2022; (32(12)):1265-1268 doi:10.1089/lap.2022.0244.

Feeding and Swallowing Characteristics of Children With Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula.

Maybee J, Deck J, Jensen E, et al.

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition 2023; (76(3)):288-294 doi:10.1097/MPG.0000000000003697.

Surgical management of acute life-threatening events affecting esophageal atresia and/or tracheoesophageal fistula patients.

Fernandes RD, Lapidus-Krol E, Honjo O, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2023; (58(5)):803-809 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.01.032.

Clinical outcome, quality of life, and mental health in long-gap esophageal atresia: comparison of gastric sleeve pull-up and delayed primary anastomosis.

Boettcher M, Hauck M, Fuerboeter M, et al.

Pediatric surgery international 2023; (39(1)):166 doi:10.1007/s00383-023-05448-4.

Delayed primary repair in 100 infants with isolated long-gap esophageal atresia: A nationwide analysis of children's hospitals.

Penikis AB, Salvi PS, Sferra SR, et al.

Surgery 2023; (173(6)):1447-1451 doi:10.1016/j.surg.2023.03.005.

The International Network on Oesophageal Atresia (INoEA) consensus guidelines on the transition of patients with oesophageal atresia-tracheoesophageal fistula.

Krishnan U, Dumont MW, Slater H, et al.

Nature reviews. Gastroenterology & hepatology 2023; (20(11)):735-755 doi:10.1038/s41575-023-00789-w.

Successful repair of interrupted aortic arch with aortopulmonary window associated with long gap oesophageal atresia and Type C tracheoesophageal fistula: challenging and rare case report.

Jaiswal P, Kuthe S, Saoji R, et al.

Indian journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery 2023; (39(4)):395-398 doi:10.1007/s12055-023-01497-5.

Prenatal Diagnosis of Esophageal Atresia - Performance and Consequences.

Arntzen T, Mikkelsen A, Emblem R, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2023; (58(11)):2075-2080 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.05.015.

Mysterious Late Presentation of Congenital H-type Tracheoesophageal Fistula in Teenage - Teamwork and Operative Planning.

Kotcharlakota VV, Shoor G, Singh V, et al.

Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons 2023; (28(4)):336-338 doi:10.4103/jiaps.jiaps_63_23.

Dysphagia in patients undergoing esophageal atresia surgery: Assessment using a functional scale.

Salcedo Arroyo P, Corona Bellostas C, Vargova P, et al.

Cirugia pediatrica : organo oficial de la Sociedad Espanola de Cirugia Pediatrica 2023; (36(4)):152-158 doi:10.54847/cp.2023.04.10.

Primary Posterior Tracheopexy at Time of Esophageal Atresia Repair Significantly Reduces Respiratory Morbidity.

Mohammed S, Kamran A, Izadi S, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2024; (59(1)):10-17 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.09.028.

Inanimate 3D printed model for thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula.

Zahradniková P, Babala J, Pechanová R, et al.

Frontiers in pediatrics 2023; (11()):1286946 doi:10.3389/fped.2023.1286946.

Long-term follow-up after retrosternal ileocolic esophagoplasty in two cases of long-gap esophageal atresia: why it is still a valid option as a rescue strategy.

Léonard M, Deswysen Y, Scheers I, et al.

Frontiers in pediatrics 2023; (11()):1300802 doi:10.3389/fped.2023.1300802.

Analysis of gap length as a predictor of surgical outcomes in esophageal atresia with distal fistula: a single center experience.

Ishikawa M, Tomita H, Ito Y, et al.

Pediatric surgery international 2024; (40(1)):99 doi:10.1007/s00383-024-05678-0.

Thoracoscopic primary repair is useful for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula in neonates with low body weight.

Gohda Y, Uchida H, Shirota C, et al.

Pediatric surgery international 2024; (40(1)):149 doi:10.1007/s00383-024-05724-x.

Esophageal Atresia with Tracheoesophageal Fistula Is Associated with Consanguinity.

Nassar R, Hougui O, Zerem M, et al.

The Journal of pediatrics 2024; (275()):114242 doi:10.1016/j.jpeds.2024.114242.

Long-gap esophageal atresia: is native esophagus preservation always possible?

Treccarichi GM, Di Benedetto V, Loria G, Scuderi MG

Frontiers in pediatrics 2024; (12()):1450378 doi:10.3389/fped.2024.1450378.

Esophagitis, treatment outcomes, and long-term follow-up in children with esophageal atresia.

Bashir A, Krasaelap A, Lal DR, et al.

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition 2024; (79(6)):1116-1123 doi:10.1002/jpn3.12386.

Outcomes After Thoracoscopic and Open Repair of Esophageal Atresia With Tracheoesophageal Fistula at US Children's Hospitals.

Hyman SC, Patwardhan U, West E, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2025; (60(3)):162148 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2024.162148.

Experience in the treatment of type C congenital esophageal atresia using a staged approach.

Zhao Y, Tan S, Wang A, et al.

BMC surgery 2025; (25(1)):35 doi:10.1186/s12893-025-02771-6.

Respiratory Outcomes in Children Born With Esophageal Atresia With or Without Tracheoesophageal Fistula: A Retrospective Longitudinal Cohort Study.

Asemota O, Shawyer AC, Iqbal S, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2025; (60(4)):162220 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2025.162220.

Diagnosis and Management of Long-term Gastrointestinal Complications in Pediatric Esophageal Atresia/Tracheoesophageal Fistula.

O'Shea D, Quinn E, Middlesworth W, Khlevner J

Current gastroenterology reports 2025; (27(1)):16.

Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula: Diagnosis, Management, and Outcomes.

Kempker T, Peuterbaugh J

NeoReviews 2025; (26(5)):e307-e315 doi:10.1542/neo.26-5-012.

Disrupted endosomal trafficking of the Vangl-Celsr polarity complex underlies congenital anomalies in Xenopus trachea-esophageal morphogenesis.

Edwards NA, Rankin SA, Kashyap A, et al.

Developmental cell 2025; (60(18)):2487-2502.e4 doi:10.1016/j.devcel.2025.04.026.

Clinical outcomes of primary thoracoscopic repair in patients with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula: A multicenter study from the East Asia pediatric surgery research consortium.

Tsuruno Y, Sugita K, Ota K, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2025; 162470 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2025.162470.

Thoracoscopic versus conventional thoracotomy for esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula repair: a comprehensive meta-analysis of 25 comparative studies.

Alansari AN, Messaoud M, Mani S, et al.

Pediatric surgery international 2025; (41(1)):289 doi:10.1007/s00383-025-06182-9.

Case Report: Unveiling CHARGE syndrome: a neonatal case study with esophageal atresia and feeding difficulties.

Gao F, Li S, Hu L, et al.

Frontiers in pediatrics 2025; (13()):1618512 doi:10.3389/fped.2025.1618512.

Outcomes of Esophageal Atresia at University Tertiary Hospital of Kigali, Rwanda.

Moneme C, Duru K, Selden O, et al.

Research square 2025; doi:10.21203/rs.3.rs-7678868/v1.

Outcomes of various surgical approaches to long-gap esophageal atresia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Akhgari A, Aslanabadi S, Mirzohreh T, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2026; (61(3)):162830 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2025.162830.

Esophageal atresia with and without tracheoesophageal fistula: a 2016-2024 single-center cohort study in Saudi Arabia stratified by gap length.

Ali K, Alsabty NS, Altuwaym A, et al.

World journal of pediatric surgery 2025; (8(6)):e001114 doi:10.1136/wjps-2025-001114.

Feeding difficulties in children with esophageal atresia: A parent-reported multicenter study.

Galai T, Cohen S, Weiss B, et al.

Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition 2026; doi:10.1002/jpn3.70339.

Evolving Surgical Practices in Esophageal Atresia: Insights from the EUPSA-ERNICA Survey a Decade After the 2014 Baseline Study.

Soyer T, Pederiva F, Pio L, et al.

European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift fur Kinderchirurgie 2026; doi:10.1055/a-2793-1101.

Eosinophilic esophagitis after tracheoesophageal fistula repair.

Kahan AM, Scaife JH, Clinker CE, et al.

Journal of pediatric surgery 2026; (61(5)):162979 doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2026.162979.

Implementation and Evaluation of a Protocol for the Management of Type C Tracheoesophageal Fistula.

Vincent SA, Silveira L, Bothwell S, et al.

The Journal of surgical research 2026; (319()):108-116 doi:10.1016/j.jss.2026.01.010.