UNIT VI: ESOPHAGUS


B. Congenital Abnormalities



Unit Objective:

At the end of this unit the resident understands congenital esophageal abnormalities, including esophageal atresia, tracheo-esophageal fistula and esophageal duplications, and performs operative and non-operative management.

Learner Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the resident:

  1. Understands the clinical presentations, types, diagnosis and treatment of esophageal atresia and congenital tracheo-esophageal fistula;

  2. Understands the clinical presentation and diagnosis of esophageal duplication cysts.

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