CONGENITAL BRONCHIAL ATRESIA: TO SURGICALLY TREAT OR CONSERVATIVELY MANAGE? A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW.

In brief

This systematic review examines management strategies for congenital bronchial atresia, a rare airway malformation where treatment guidelines remain undefined. The analysis compares surgical intervention versus conservative observation across pediatric and adult populations to guide clinical decision-making, particularly for asymptomatic patients.

• No standardized guidelines exist for managing isolated congenital bronchial atresia, especially in asymptomatic patients.
• Treatment decisions must weigh surgical intervention against conservative management on a case-by-case basis.
• Systematic review synthesizes pediatric and adult cases to guide future clinical recommendations for CBA management.

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