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(Q39.2) Congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
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132 175 in individuals diagnosis congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia confirmed
2 965 deaths with diagnosis congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
2% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
Diagnosis congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia is diagnosed Men are 7.95% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
1 856 (2.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
1 109 (1.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia - 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 congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia - what does this mean
Congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia is a birth defect in which there is an abnormal connection between the trachea (windpipe) and the oesophagus (food pipe). this connection allows food, stomach acid, and air to pass from the oesophagus into the trachea, which can lead to serious respiratory and digestive problems.
What happens during the disease - congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia
Congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia is a birth defect caused by the failure of the trachea and oesophagus to separate during the early stages of fetal development. this results in an abnormal connection between the two structures, which can lead to complications such as aspiration of food and liquids, recurrent infections, and difficulty in breathing. these complications can be further exacerbated by the presence of other congenital anomalies such as cardiac malformations.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest x-ray
- Barium swallow
- Gastroscopy
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Echocardiography
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Pulmonary function tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To surgically close the tracheo-oesophageal fistula and to restore the normal anatomy of the trachea and oesophagus.
- Assessment of the patient's overall health, including a complete physical exam and review of medical history.
- Imaging tests such as x-rays, CT scans or MRI scans to assess the anatomy of the fistula.
- Evaluation of the patient's nutritional status.
- Assessment of the patient's respiratory status.
- Surgery to close the fistula and to restore the normal anatomy of the trachea and oesophagus.
- Antibiotics to treat any infection.
- Post-operative care including monitoring of the patient's respiratory and nutritional status.
- Follow-up visits to assess the patient's progress.
27 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital tracheo-oesophageal fistula without atresia is to ensure that pregnant women receive adequate perinatal care and proper nutrition, as well as to avoid any known risk factors, such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and certain drugs. additionally, women should receive regular check-ups during pregnancy to detect any possible abnormalities.