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(Q39.1) Atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
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132 175 in individuals diagnosis atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula confirmed
2 965 deaths with diagnosis atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
2% mortality rate associated with the disease atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
Diagnosis atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula is diagnosed Men are 7.95% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
1 856 (2.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
1 109 (1.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 30-34, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-89
Disease Features atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
Absence or low individual and public risk
Atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula - what does this mean
Atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula is a congenital disorder in which the oesophagus is abnormally narrow or absent, creating a connection between the trachea and the oesophagus. it is caused by abnormal development of the oesophagus during the fetal period, resulting in an obstruction of the food passage from the throat to the stomach.
What happens during the disease - atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula
Atresia of the oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula is caused by a failure of the oesophagus to develop normally during the embryonic stage. this results in a blockage of the oesophagus, along with an abnormal connection between the trachea and the oesophagus. this can lead to difficulty in swallowing, as well as a risk of food and liquids entering the lungs.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Barium swallow
- Esophagoscopy
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- Fluoroscopy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To create a connection between the esophagus and the trachea, allowing food and liquids to pass from the mouth to the stomach.
- Perform a surgery to create a connection between the esophagus and the trachea.
- Administer antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
- Provide nutritional support.
- Monitor the patient's vital signs.
- Monitor the patient for signs of infection.
- Provide psychological support to the patient and their family.
- Perform regular follow-up visits.
27 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula - Prevention
The best way to prevent atresia of oesophagus with tracheo-oesophageal fistula is to ensure that pregnant women receive adequate prenatal care, including proper nutrition, folic acid supplementation, and avoiding any drug or alcohol use during pregnancy. in addition, genetic counseling may be beneficial for families with a history of this condition.