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What is the definition of Tracheoesophageal Fistula?
A congenital abnormality of the esophagus in which the upper esophagus ends as a blind pouch and does not connect with the lower esophagus; it is often accompanied by a tracheoesophageal fistula. Signs and symptoms in a newborn with this abnormality include excessive salivation, choking, coughing, and the development of cyanosis and respiratory distress when fed.
Who are the top Tracheoesophageal Fistula Local Doctors?
Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Dr. Dave R. Lal
Pediatric Surgery
Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Dr. Dave R. Lal
Pediatric Surgery
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Medical College Of WI

999 N 92nd St, 
Wauwatosa, WI 
414-266-6550
Languages Spoken:
English
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Dave Lal is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Dr. Lal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Esophageal Atresia, Appendicitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lal is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery. Dr. Lal is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Dr. Shawn D. St Peter
Pediatric Surgery
Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Dr. Shawn D. St Peter
Pediatric Surgery
Referral may be required

Children's Mercy Kansas City

2401 Gillham Rd, 
Kansas City, MO 
816-234-3010
Languages Spoken:
English
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Shawn St Peter is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. St Peter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. St Peter is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
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Ankara, TR 

Tutku Soyer practices practicing medicine in Ankara, Turkey. Soyer is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Esophageal Atresia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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What are the latest Tracheoesophageal Fistula Clinical Trials?
Camera-based Endoscopy Allows Spontaneous Breathing Diagnostic Management in Neonates With Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Camera-based Endoscopy Allows Spontaneous Breathing Diagnostic Management in Neonates With Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: July 07, 2026
Intervention Type: Device, Procedure

Summary: The investigators aim to compare rigid tracheoscopy versus flexible tracheo-video-endoscopy in neonates requiring diagnostic assessment before undergoing a congenital tracheoesophageal fistula repair.

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Comparison of Symptoms, Pulmonary Function, Muscle Strength, Exercise Capacity, and Frailty Level in Individuals With Esophageal Atresia and Healthy Individuals
Comparison of Symptoms, Pulmonary Function, Muscle Strength, Exercise Capacity, and Frailty Level in Individuals With Esophageal Atresia and Healthy Individuals
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: May 29, 2025
Intervention Type: Other

Summary: Esophageal atresia is the most common congenital anomaly of the esophagus and is caused by abnormal development of the esophagus during intrauterine life. In children with esophageal atresia, structural abnormalities due to congenital anomalies and tracheoesophageal fistula, tracheomalacia, respiratory problems, recurrent respiratory tract infections, structural abnormalities, surgical interventio...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center