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Published in: Pediatric Surgery International 10/2014

01-10-2014 | Review Article

Thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia and tracheo-esophageal fistula in neonates: the current state of the art

Author: Steven Rothenberg

Published in: Pediatric Surgery International | Issue 10/2014

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Abstract

The first thoracoscopic esophageal atresia with tracheo-esophageal fistula (EATEF) repair was performed in March of 2000. This report evaluates the results and evolution of the technique over the last decade. Thoracoscopic esophageal atresia repair has proven to be an effective and safe technique. Initial experience resulted in a higher stricture rate but this improved with experience and changes in technique over the last decade. The outcomes are similar to or superior to that of an open thoracotomy and avoid the musculoskeletal morbidity associated with that technique.
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Metadata
Title
Thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia and tracheo-esophageal fistula in neonates: the current state of the art
Author
Steven Rothenberg
Publication date
01-10-2014
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Pediatric Surgery International / Issue 10/2014
Print ISSN: 0179-0358
Electronic ISSN: 1437-9813
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00383-014-3586-7

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