Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Esophageal Atresia Experience at Mayo Hospital, Lahore.

Abstract

Forty six neonates of esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula were admitted in Mayo Hospital, Lahore in three and half years. Delayed referral of 24 hours or more was noted in 78.26%. Eighty percents of neonates admitted had moderate to severe chest infection. Seventy percent of the neonates weighed three or more than three kilograms. Associated congenital abnormalities were noted in 41.3%. Thirty two were operated, fistula ligation and primary anastomosis in majority and diversion in 4 cases. Survival of category A was 80%. Overall survival being 40.63%. Complications were seen in 58.68% infection were major (41.30%) problem.