Tracheoscopic Findings and Their Impact on Respiratory Symptoms in Children with Esophageal Atresia

Retrospective analysis of 595 tracheoscopies in 362 EA-TEF patients reveals tracheomalacia occurs independently of surgical repair, with >80% tracheal collapse indicating life-threatening risk. Routine respiratory symptoms don't correlate with collapse severity, but obstructive apnea and cyanosis warrant surgical intervention consideration.