Management of long gap esophageal atresia: A systematic review and evidence-based guidelines from the APSA Outcomes and Evidence Based Practice Committee

APSA systematic review of long gap esophageal atresia management synthesizes evidence from 178 studies to provide 18 consensus recommendations on definition, surgical approaches, and outcomes. Current evidence quality is low (Level II-V), highlighting need for prospective comparative research in this challenging neonatal condition.