Thoracoscopic repair is feasible in infants under 2000 g.

Minimally invasive techniques may reduce postoperative complications.

Early intervention is critical for improving outcomes in esophageal atresia.

Further studies are needed to establish long-term safety and efficacy.

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Thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula: is it a safe procedure in infants weighing less than 2000 g?

Published: 2020-06-11Reading: 1 min

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This study evaluates the safety and outcomes of thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula in infants weighing less than 2000 g. The findings suggest that this minimally invasive approach can be performed safely in this vulnerable population, potentially reducing morbidity associated with traditional surgical methods.

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esophageal atresia tracheoesophageal fistula thoracoscopic surgery infant surgery minimally invasive techniques pediatric anesthesia surgical outcomes Esophageal Atresia Tracheoesophageal Fistula Thoracoscopic Surgery Low Birth Weight Neonatal Surgery Pediatric Surgery Minimally Invasive Surgery

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#pediatricsurgery #minimally_invasive #thoracoscopy #PediatricSurgery #EsophagealAtresia #ThoracoscopicRepair #NeonatalSurgery

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Title: Thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula: is it a safe procedure in infants weighing less than 2000 g? - Surgical Endoscopy Authors: Son, Joonhyuk, Jang, Yerang, Kim, Wontae, Lee, Sanghoon, Jeong, Ji Seon, Lee, Suk-Koo, Seo, Jeong-Meen Journal: Surgical Endoscopy Year: 2021 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07538-z

How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula: is it a safe procedure in infants weighing less than 2000 g?. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2020-06-11. https://origin-library.globalcastmd.com/article/2667?via_space=dr-steve-rothenberg

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