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Borselle D, Gerus S, Bukowska M, Patkowski D. Birth weight and thoracoscopic approach for patients with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula-a retrospective cohort study. Surg Endosc 2024:10.1007/s00464-024-11063-8. [PMID: 39020118 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-024-11063-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 07/07/2024] [Indexed: 07/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to analyze the results, feasibility and safety of the thoracoscopic approach for patients with esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) depending on the patient's birth weight. METHODS The study involved only type C and D EA/TEF. Among the analyzed parameters were the patients' characteristics, surgical treatment and post-operative complications: early mortality, anastomosis leakage, anastomosis strictures, chylothorax, TEF recurrence, and the need for fundoplication or gastrostomy. RESULTS 145 consecutive newborns underwent thoracoscopic EA with TEF repair. They were divided into three groups-A (N = 12 with a birth weight < 1500 g), B (N = 23 with a birth weight ≥ 1500 g but < 2000 g), and C-control group (N = 110 with a birth weight ≥ 2000 g). Primary one-stage anastomosis was performed in 11/12 (91.7%) patients-group A, 19/23 (82.6%)-group B and 110 (100%)-group C. Early mortality was 3/12 (25%)-group A, 2/23 (8.7%)-group B, and 2/110 (1.8%)-group C and was not directly related to the surgical repair. There were no significant differences in operative time and the following complications: anastomotic leakage, recurrent TEF, esophageal strictures, and chylothorax. There were no conversions to an open surgery. Fundoplication was required in 0%-group A, 4/21 (19.0%)-group B, and 2/108 (1.9%)-group C survivors. Gastrostomy was performed in 1/9 (11.1%)-group A, 3/21 (14.3%)-group B and 0%-group C. CONCLUSION In an experienced surgeon's hands, even in the smallest newborns, the thoracoscopic approach may be safe, feasible, and worthy of consideration. Birth weight seems to be not a direct contraindication to the thoracoscopic approach.
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- Dominika Borselle
- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland
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Gohda Y, Uchida H, Shirota C, Tainaka T, Sumida W, Makita S, Satomi M, Yasui A, Kanou Y, Nakagawa Y, Kato D, Maeda T, Guo Y, Liu J, Ishii H, Ota K, Hinoki A. Thoracoscopic primary repair is useful for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula in neonates with low body weight. Pediatr Surg Int 2024; 40:149. [PMID: 38829446 PMCID: PMC11147903 DOI: 10.1007/s00383-024-05724-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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PURPOSE The surgical indication of thoracoscopic primary repair for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula is under debate. The current study aimed to investigate the outcome of thoracoscopic primary repair for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula in patients weighing < 2000 g and those who underwent emergency surgery at the age of 0 day. METHODS The surgical outcomes were compared between patients weighing < 2000 g and those weighing > 2000 g at surgery and between patients who underwent surgery at the age of 0 day and those who underwent surgery at age ≥ 1 day. RESULTS In total, 43 patients underwent thoracoscopic primary repair for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula. The surgical outcomes according to body weight were similar. Patients who underwent surgery at the age of 0 day were more likely to develop anastomotic leakage than those who underwent surgery at the age of ≥ 1 day (2 vs. 0 case, p = 0.02). Anastomotic leakage was treated with conservative therapy. CONCLUSION Thoracoscopic primary repair is safe and useful for esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula even in newborns weighing < 2000 g. However, emergency surgery at the age of 0 day should be cautiously performed due to the risk of anastomotic leakage.
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- Yousuke Gohda
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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- Department of Rare/Intractable Cancer Analysis Research, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan
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Le-Nguyen A, Landry ÉK, Jantchou P, Daoust C, Piché N, Aspirot A, Faure C. Outcomes of Premature Infants With Type C Esophageal Atresia. J Pediatr Surg 2024; 59:869-873. [PMID: 38402129 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2024.01.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND To review the outcomes of premature patients with type C esophageal atresia (EA). METHODS In this retrospective cohort study, charts of patients of type C EA patients were reviewed from 1992 to 2022. Outcomes of premature patients were compared to term patients. Preterm patients were analyzed to compare outcomes of infants with very low birth weights (VLBW) to patients >1,500 g as well as primary versus delayed anastomosis. RESULTS Among 192 type C EA, 67 were premature. Median and interquartile range (IQR) gestational age and birth weight of preterm patients were 34 [33-36] weeks and 1965 [1740-2290] g. Delayed anastomosis was performed in 12 (18%) preterm vs. 3 (2%) term patients (p = 0.0003). Short-term postoperative outcomes were similar between preterm and term patients, except for recurrent fistula (16% vs. 6%, p = 0.01). Prematurity was associated with an increased need for long-term enteral tube feeding (56% vs. 10%, p = 0.0001) and parenteral nutrition (10 days vs. 0 days, p = 0.0004). The length of stay was 3 times longer when patients were premature (50 days vs. 17 days, p = 0.002). Delayed surgery in preterm patients was associated with post-operative leaks, strictures, recurrent fistula, prolonged enteral tube feeding, and gastrostomy insertion. Patients with very low birth weight (VLBW) were compared to other preterm patients and showed no difference in terms of rate of delayed surgery, and post-operative outcomes. CONCLUSION Despite increased prematurity-related comorbidities and low birth weight, premature infants with type C EA/TEF have similar post-operative outcomes to term patients though recurrent fistula was more frequent with prematurity. TYPE OF STUDY Retrospective cohort study. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Annie Le-Nguyen
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada.
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- Department of General Surgery, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Sainte-Justine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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McMahon MJ, Evanovich DM, Pier DB, Kagan MS, Wang JT, Zendejas B, Jennings RW, Zurakowski D, Bajic D. Retrospective analysis of neurological findings in esophageal atresia: Allostatic load of disease complexity, cumulative sedation, and anesthesia exposure. Birth Defects Res 2024; 116:e2269. [PMID: 37936552 DOI: 10.1002/bdr2.2269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is limited knowledge regarding the impact of perioperative critical care on frequency of neurological imaging findings following esophageal atresia (EA) repair. METHODS This is a retrospective study of infants (n = 70) following EA repair at a single institution (2009-2020). Sex, gestational age at birth, type of surgical repair, underlying disease severity, and frequency of neurologic imaging findings were obtained. We quantified the length of postoperative pain/sedation treatment and anesthesia exposure in the first year of life. Data were presented as numerical sums and percentages, while associations were measured using Spearman's Rho. RESULTS Vertebral/spinal cord imaging was performed in all infants revealing abnormalities in 44% (31/70). Cranial/brain imaging findings were identified in 67% (22/33) of infants in the context of clinically indicated imaging (47%; 33/70). Long-gap EA patients (n = 16) received 10 times longer postoperative pain/sedation treatment and twice the anesthesia exposure compared with short-gap EA patients (n = 54). The frequency of neurologic imaging findings did not correlate with underlying disease severity scores, length of pain/sedation treatment, or cumulative anesthesia exposure. Lack of associations between clinical measures and imaging findings should be interpreted with caution given possible underestimation of cranial/brain findings. CONCLUSIONS We propose that all infants with EA undergo brain imaging in addition to routine spinal imaging given the high burden of abnormal brain/cranial findings in our cohort. Quantification of pain/sedation and anesthesia exposure in long-gap EA patients could be used as indirect markers in future studies assessing the risk of neurological sequelae as evidenced by early abnormalities on brain imaging.
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- Maggie Jean McMahon
- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- School of Medicine, Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- School of Medicine, Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Surgery, Esophageal and Airway Treatment Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Surgery, Esophageal and Airway Treatment Center, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Donovan MR, Skirko J, Lee J, Scheffler P. Morbidity and mortality among neonates with esophageal atresia and/or tracheoesophageal fistula in the United States. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2023; 172:111643. [PMID: 37557023 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2023.111643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/25/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although rare, esophageal atresia (EA) and/or tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) can lead to severe morbidity and mortality. A known complication of EA and/or TEF repair is vocal fold motion impairment (VFMI). OBJECTIVE To characterize the prevalence of VFMI among repaired EA and/or TEF at a national level and to identify factors associated with in-patient mortality and common clinical endpoints in this population (tracheostomy and gastrostomy tube dependence). METHODS This is a retrospective cohort study of inpatient neonate admissions with EA and/or TEF in the 2016 Kids' Inpatient Database (KID). Patients with a history of EA and/or TEF were identified with ICD-10 codes. VFMI prevalence was assessed by observed frequencies and percentages. Clinical endpoints included gastrostomy (G-)tube placement, tracheostomy status, and inpatient mortality. Potential predictors of these three primary outcomes included cardiac anomalies, airway disorders, chromosomal anomalies, surgery within 24 h of admission, prematurity, and low birthweight (LBW). Chi-squared analysis was performed between each parameter and the primary outcomes. Significant associations (p-value<0.05) were further assessed with multivariate logistic regression. RESULTS Of 1062 neonates with history of EA and/or TEF, 24 (2.3%) had VFMI. Among this population, 27 patients underwent tracheostomies and 63 required G-tubes. There was a significantly higher likelihood of tracheostomy in patients with VFMI compared to patients without (16.7% versus 2.2%; p < 0.01). After multivariate analysis, birthweight less than 1.5 kg (BW < 1.5 kg; OR = 2.5, 95% CI: 1.03-6.10), extreme prematurity (OR = 7.5, 95% CI: 2.00-28.07), cardiac anomalies (OR = 1.8, 95% CI: 1.01-3.04) and chromosomal anomalies (OR = 4.2, 95% CI: 2.39-7.44) were significantly associated with in-hospital mortality. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD; OR = 4.7, 95% CI: 1.73-12.78) and BW < 1.5 kg (OR = 2.4, 95% CI: 1.05-5.49) were significant predictors for G-tube status. For tracheostomy, BPD (OR = 15.8, 95% CI: 4.70-52.83) and subglottic stenosis (SS, OR = 11.2, 95% CI: 1.85-68.02) remained significant predictors after multivariate regression. CONCLUSION The national prevalence of VFMI among neonates following EA and/or TEF repair was 2.3% and was associated with an increased likelihood of tracheostomy in the KID 2016. Significant predictors of in-hospital mortality were cardiac anomalies, chromosomal anomalies, extreme prematurity, and BW < 1.5 kg. BPD and SS were significant predictors of tracheostomy, and BPD and BW < 1.5 kg were significant predictors for G-tube requirements.
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- Department of Otolaryngology, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Benjamin RH, Canfield MA, Marengo LK, Agopian AJ. Contribution of Preterm Birth to Mortality Among Neonates with Birth Defects. J Pediatr 2023; 253:270-277.e1. [PMID: 36228684 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2022.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 09/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To estimate the proportion of neonatal mortality risk attributable to preterm delivery among neonates with birth defects. STUDY DESIGN Using a statewide cohort of live born infants from the Texas Birth Defects Registry (1999-2014 deliveries), we estimated the population attributable fraction and 95% CI of neonatal mortality (death <28 days) attributable to prematurity (birth at <37 weeks vs ≥37 weeks) for 31 specific birth defects. To better understand the overall population burden, analyses were repeated for all birth defects combined. RESULTS Our analyses included 169 148 neonates with birth defects, of which 40 872 (24.2%) were delivered preterm. The estimated proportion of neonatal mortality attributable to prematurity varied by birth defect, ranging from 12.5% (95% CI: 8.7-16.1) for hypoplastic left heart syndrome to 71.9% (95% CI: 41.1-86.6) for anotia or microtia. Overall, the proportion was 51.7% (95% CI: 49.4-54.0) for all birth defects combined. CONCLUSIONS A large proportion of deaths among neonates with birth defects are attributable to preterm delivery. Our results highlight differences in this burden across common birth defects. Our findings may be helpful for prioritizing future work focused on better understanding the etiology of prematurity among neonates with birth defects and the mechanisms by which prematurity contributes to neonatal mortality in this population.
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- Renata H Benjamin
- Department of Epidemiology, Human Genetics and Environmental Sciences, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- Birth Defects Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch, Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX
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- Birth Defects Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch, Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX
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- Department of Epidemiology, Human Genetics and Environmental Sciences, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX.
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Swallowing-related quality of life in children with oesophageal atresia: a national cohort study. Eur J Pediatr 2023; 182:275-283. [PMID: 36331620 PMCID: PMC9829586 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-022-04677-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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UNLABELLED Swallowing and feeding disorders are a major concern for children with oesophageal atresia (OA) after primary or staged OA repair. Primary OA repair is associated with higher rates of short-term complications in preterm infants with very low birth weight (VLBW) or extreme low birth weight (ELBW). On the other hand, primary repair may have the benefit of early commencement of oral feedings. We hypothesize that also in the medium-term, swallowing-related quality of life is better after primary oesophageal repair. We conducted a prospective cross-sectional study on swallowing quality in a national cohort of former VLBW and ELBW children with OA, using the structured paediatric swallowing quality of life (pedSWAL-QOL) questionnaire. Results were correlated with surgical approach and baseline clinical data. Principal component analysis of pedSWAL-QOL domains was performed. In total, 44 complete data sets of 78 children were available. The mean age of children was 8.5 years (SD = 7.4), and 23 children (52%) had primary OA repair. The overall median pedSWAL-QOL score was 2 (IQR = 0-3), representing a high swallowing-related quality of life, independent of surgical technique (p = 0.086). Children with a history of intracranial haemorrhage (ICH) (p = 0.002) and those with VACTERL association (p = 0.008) had significantly decreased enjoyment with eating. In addition, children with VACTERL association had problems to find suitable foods (p = 0.04). CONCLUSION In this national cohort of VLBW and ELBW preterm-born children with OA, swallowing-related quality of life is good, mostly independent of initial surgery. Children with OA and ICH or VACTERL association may require more intense support with feeding. WHAT IS KNOWN • Dysphagia, resembling feeding and swallowing disorders, is common in children and adults with repaired oesophageal atresia. Nevertheless, dysphagia in children with oesophageal atresia decreases with age. • Parents of younger children suffer from increased anxiety and fear regarding eating and swallowing abilities of their children. WHAT IS NEW • Swallowing-related quality of life in former preterm children with oesophageal atresia is good, independent of initial surgical approach (primary vs. staged repair), even in very low birth weight or extreme low birth weight infants. • Children suffering from VACTERL association or intracranial haemorrhage show decreased enjoyment with eating.
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De Rose DU, Landolfo F, Giliberti P, Santisi A, Columbo C, Conforti A, Ronchetti MP, Braguglia A, Dotta A, Capolupo I, Bagolan P. Post-operative ventilation strategies after surgical repair in neonates with esophageal atresia: A retrospective cohort study. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:801-805. [PMID: 35680465 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2022.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2022] [Revised: 05/12/2022] [Accepted: 05/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Infants affected by Esophageal atresia (EA) with or without tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) may require non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in the post-operative period after elective extubation, especially if born preterm. The aim of the paper is to evaluate the role of different ventilation strategies on anastomotic complications, specifically on anastomotic leak (AL). MATERIALS AND METHODS Retrospective single Institution study, including all consecutive neonates affected by EA with or without TEF in a 5-year period study (from 2014 to 2018). Only infants with a primary anastomosis were included in the study. All infants were mechanically ventilated after surgery and electively extubated after 6-7 days. The duration of invasive ventilation was decided on a case-by-case basis after surgery, based on the pre-operative esophageal gap and intraoperative findings. The need for non-invasive ventilation (NCPAP, NIPPV, and HHHFNC) after extubation and extubation failure with the need for mechanical ventilation in the post-operative period were assessed. The primary outcome evaluated was the rate of anastomotic leak. RESULTS 102 EA/TEF infants were managed in the study period. Sixty-seven underwent primary anastomosis. Of these, 29 (43.3%) were born preterm. Patients who required ventilation (n = 32) had a significantly lower gestational age as well as birthweight (respectively p = 0.007 and p = 0.041). 4/67 patients had an AL after surgical repair, with no statistical differences among post-operative ventilation strategies. CONCLUSION We found no significant differences in the rate of anastomotic leak (AL) according to post-operative ventilation strategies in neonates operated on for EA/TEF.
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- Domenico Umberto De Rose
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy; PhD course in Microbiology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, and Transplants (MIMIT), University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy.
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Newborn Surgery Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Congenital Esophageal Disorders Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Congenital Esophageal Disorders Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Newborn Surgery Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Neonatal Sub-Intensive Care Unit and Follow-up, Medical and Surgical Department of Fetus - Newborn - Infant, "Bambino Gesù" Children's Hospital IRCCS, Rome, Italy; Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy
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Cho JY, Chang MY, Gang MH, Lee YW, Park JB, Kim JY, Kim HJ. Postoperative Complications of Esophageal Atresia and Role of Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation in Anastomotic Strictures. Pediatr Gastroenterol Hepatol Nutr 2022; 25:453-460. [PMID: 36451690 PMCID: PMC9679305 DOI: 10.5223/pghn.2022.25.6.453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Esophageal atresia (EA) with or without tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is a congenital anomaly that can cause frequent digestive and nutritional problems, even after repair. The most common complication is anastomotic stricture, for which reoperation or balloon dilatation is performed. This study aimed to evaluate the postoperative complications of EA and the role of endoscopic balloon dilatation (EBD) in cases of anastomotic stricture. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed patients diagnosed with EA with or without TEF between January 2000 and February 2021. Patients' baseline characteristics, associated anomalies, and postoperative complications were reviewed. RESULTS Among 26 patients, 14 (53.8%) were male, 12 (46.2%) had coexisting anomalies, and the median follow-up was 6.1 years (range, 1.2-15.7 years). In univariate analysis, prematurity, low birth weight, and long-gap EA were associated with postoperative complications in 12 (46.2%) patients. Among the 10 (38.5%) patients with anastomotic stricture, nine (90.0%) required EBD. Regarding the first EBD, it was performed at a median of 3.3 months (range, 1.2-7.6 months) post-repair, while the average patient weight was 4.6 kg. The mean diameter ranged from 3.3 to 9.1 mm without major complications. In univariate analysis, long-gap EA alone was significantly associated with EBD. CONCLUSION Approximately half of the patients experienced complications after EA repair. In particular, patients with a long-gap EA had a significantly increased risk of complications, such as anastomotic strictures. EBD can be safely used, even in infants.
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- Jin Young Cho
- Department of Pediatrics, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Gyeongsang National University Changwon Hospital, Changwon, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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Bhandari AP, Nnate DA, Vasanthan L, Konstantinidis M, Thompson J. Positioning for acute respiratory distress in hospitalised infants and children. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2022; 6:CD003645. [PMID: 35661343 PMCID: PMC9169533 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd003645.pub4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a significant cause of hospitalisation and death in young children. Positioning and mechanical ventilation have been regularly used to reduce respiratory distress and improve oxygenation in hospitalised patients. Due to the association of prone positioning (lying on the abdomen) with sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) within the first six months, it is recommended that young infants be placed on their back (supine). However, prone positioning may be a non-invasive way of increasing oxygenation in individuals with acute respiratory distress, and offers a more significant survival advantage in those who are mechanically ventilated. There are substantial differences in respiratory mechanics between adults and infants. While the respiratory tract undergoes significant development within the first two years of life, differences in airway physiology between adults and children become less prominent by six to eight years old. However, there is a reduced risk of SIDS during artificial ventilation in hospitalised infants. Thus, an updated review focusing on positioning for infants and young children with ARDS is warranted. This is an update of a review published in 2005, 2009, and 2012. OBJECTIVES To compare the effects of different body positions in hospitalised infants and children with acute respiratory distress syndrome aged between four weeks and 16 years. SEARCH METHODS We searched CENTRAL, which contains the Acute Respiratory Infections Group's Specialised Register, MEDLINE, Embase, and CINAHL from January 2004 to July 2021. SELECTION CRITERIA Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) or quasi-RCTs comparing two or more positions for the management of infants and children hospitalised with ARDS. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently extracted data from each study. We resolved differences by consensus, or referred to a third contributor to arbitrate. We analysed bivariate outcomes using an odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI). We analysed continuous outcomes using a mean difference (MD) and 95% CI. We used a fixed-effect model, unless heterogeneity was significant (I2 statistic > 50%), when we used a random-effects model. MAIN RESULTS We included six trials: four cross-over trials, and two parallel randomised trials, with 198 participants aged between 4 weeks and 16 years, all but 15 of whom were mechanically ventilated. Four trials compared prone to supine positions. One trial compared the prone position to good-lung dependent (where the person lies on the side of the healthy lung, e.g. if the right lung was healthy, they were made to lie on the right side), and independent (or non-good-lung independent, where the person lies on the opposite side to the healthy lung, e.g. if the right lung was healthy, they were made to lie on the left side) position. One trial compared good-lung independent to good-lung dependent positions. When the prone (with ventilators) and supine positions were compared, there was no information on episodes of apnoea or mortality due to respiratory events. There was no conclusive result in oxygen saturation (SaO2; MD 0.40 mmHg, 95% CI -1.22 to 2.66; 1 trial, 30 participants; very low certainty evidence); blood gases, PCO2 (MD 3.0 mmHg, 95% CI -1.93 to 7.93; 1 trial, 99 participants; low certainty evidence), or PO2 (MD 2 mmHg, 95% CI -5.29 to 9.29; 1 trial, 99 participants; low certainty evidence); or lung function (PaO2/FiO2 ratio; MD 28.16 mmHg, 95% CI -9.92 to 66.24; 2 trials, 121 participants; very low certainty evidence). However, there was an improvement in oxygenation index (FiO2% X MPAW/ PaO2) with prone positioning in both the parallel trials (MD -2.42, 95% CI -3.60 to -1.25; 2 trials, 121 participants; very low certainty evidence), and the cross-over study (MD -8.13, 95% CI -15.01 to -1.25; 1 study, 20 participants). Derived indices of respiratory mechanics, such as tidal volume, respiratory rate, and positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) were reported. There was an apparent decrease in tidal volume between prone and supine groups in a parallel study (MD -0.60, 95% CI -1.05 to -0.15; 1 study, 84 participants; very low certainty evidence). When prone and supine positions were compared in a cross-over study, there were no conclusive results in respiratory compliance (MD 0.07, 95% CI -0.10 to 0.24; 1 study, 10 participants); changes in PEEP (MD -0.70 cm H2O, 95% CI -2.72 to 1.32; 1 study, 10 participants); or resistance (MD -0.00, 95% CI -0.05 to 0.04; 1 study, 10 participants). One study reported adverse events. There were no conclusive results for potential harm between groups in extubation (OR 0.57, 95% CI 0.13 to 2.54; 1 trial, 102 participants; very low certainty evidence); obstructions of the endotracheal tube (OR 5.20, 95% CI 0.24 to 111.09; 1 trial, 102 participants; very low certainty evidence); pressure ulcers (OR 1.00, 95% CI 0.41 to 2.44; 1 trial, 102 participants; very low certainty evidence); and hypercapnia (high levels of arterial carbon dioxide; OR 3.06, 95% CI 0.12 to 76.88; 1 trial, 102 participants; very low certainty evidence). One study (50 participants) compared supine positions to good-lung dependent and independent positions. There was no conclusive evidence that PaO2 was different between supine and good-lung dependent positioning (MD 3.44 mm Hg, 95% CI -23.12 to 30.00; 1 trial, 25 participants; very low certainty evidence). There was also no conclusive evidence for supine position and good-lung independent positioning (MD -2.78 mmHg, 95% CI -28.84, 23.28; 25 participants; very low certainty evidence); or between good-lung dependent and independent positioning (MD 6.22, 95% CI -21.25 to 33.69; 1 trial, 25 participants; very low certainty evidence). As most trials did not describe how possible biases were addressed, the potential for bias in these findings is unclear. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Although included studies suggest that prone positioning may offer some advantage, there was little evidence to make definitive recommendations. There appears to be low certainty evidence that positioning improves oxygenation in mechanically ventilated children with ARDS. Due to the increased risk of SIDS with prone positioning and lung injury with artificial ventilation, it is recommended that hospitalised infants and children should only be placed in this position while under continuous cardiorespiratory monitoring.
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- Abhishta P Bhandari
- Townsville University Hospital, Townsville, Australia
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia
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- Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Chester, UK
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- Physiotherapy Unit, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
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- Birmingham Acute Care Research Group, Institute of Inflammation and Ageing, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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Keefe G, Culbreath K, Edwards EM, Morrow KA, Soll RF, Modi BP, Horbar JD, Jaksic T. Current outcomes of infants with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula: A multicenter analysis. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:970-974. [PMID: 35300859 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2022.01.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2022] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to quantify mortality rates and hospital lengths of stay (LOS) in neonates with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF), and to characterize the effects of birth weight (BW) and associated congenital anomalies upon these. METHODS Data regarding patients with EA/TEF were prospectively collected (2013-2019) at 298 North American centers. The primary outcome was mortality and secondary outcome was LOS. Risk factors affecting mortality and LOS were assessed. RESULTS EA/TEF was diagnosed in 3290 infants with a median BW of 2476 g (IQR 1897,2970). In-hospital mortality was 12.7%. Mortality was inversely correlated with BW. After adjustment, the risk of mortality decreased by approximately 11% with every 100 g increase in BW. A significant congenital anomaly other than EA/TEF was diagnosed in 37.9% of patients. Risk of mortality increased in patients with associated congenital anomalies, most notably in those with a severe cardiac anomaly. Lower BW was associated with an increased mean LOS among survivors. Similar to mortality risk, additional anomalies were associated with prolonged LOS. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates an in-hospital mortality of over 10%. Both increased mortality and prolonged LOS are highly associated with lower birth weight and the presence of concomitant congenital anomalies.
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- Gregory Keefe
- Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vermont Oxford Network, Burlington, VT, United States of America
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- Vermont Oxford Network, Burlington, VT, United States of America
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- Vermont Oxford Network, Burlington, VT, United States of America
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- Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vermont Oxford Network, Burlington, VT, United States of America
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- Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Boston, MA, United States of America.
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Koivusalo AI, Suominen JS, Pakarinen MP. Oesophageal atresia with very low birth weight: Clinical characteristics and long-term outcome. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:192-194. [PMID: 34865828 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.10.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/23/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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AIM OF THE STUDY An assessment of the clinical data and outcome of patients with oesophageal atresia (OA) with very low birth weight (VLBW) was completed. METHOD With ethical consent, we reviewed the records of 327 successive patients with OA from 1980 to 2020. Main outcome measures survival and oesophageal repair were compared between patients with VLBW(≤1500 g) and with BW>1500 g. RESULTS Thirty-four (10%) patients had VLBW. Gross types of OA in VLBW were similar as in other patients: A (15%/7%), B (3%/3%), C (78%/82%), D (3%/4%), E (0%/7%), F (0%/1%) (p = 0.16-0.99). In VLBW the incidence of congenital heart disease (CHD) (47%) and trisomy 13/18 and Cri du Chat (15%) were higher than in BW>1500 g (23% and 1%), (p = 0.001 both). In VLBW one-month mortality was 35% vs 4% in patients with BW>1500 g (p < 0.001), overall mortality 56% and 8% (p < 0.001), respectively. Cause of one-month mortality in VLBW (12 patients) were CHD w/wo chromosomal abnormality (n = 7), cerebral hemorrhage (n = 2), gastric perforation (n = 1), anastomotic leakage (n = 1) and pulmonary hemorrhage (n = 1). Of VLBW patients 79% and of other patients 99% underwent oesophageal repair (p < 0.001). Repair in VLBW patients included early (n = 18) or delayed (n = 5) end-to-end anastomosis and reconstruction (n = 4). Anastomotic complications occurred in 24% of patients with VLBW and in 17% with BW>1500 g, (p = 0.31). From 1980-2000 to 2001-2020 survival in VLBW changed from 11% to 81% (p = 0.002). During 2001 - 2020 all VLBW patients underwent repair. CONCLUSION OA with VLBW had high incidence of life-threatening associated anomalies and decreased survival. Recently survival and rate of oesophageal repair have improved significantly.
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- Antti I Koivusalo
- New Children´s Hospital, Section of Paediatric Surgery, University of Helsinki, Stenbackinkatu 9 00290 PO Box 281, Helsinki, Finland.
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- New Children´s Hospital, Section of Paediatric Surgery, University of Helsinki, Stenbackinkatu 9 00290 PO Box 281, Helsinki, Finland
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- New Children´s Hospital, Section of Paediatric Surgery, University of Helsinki, Stenbackinkatu 9 00290 PO Box 281, Helsinki, Finland
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