Preservation of the azygos vein versus ligation of the azygos vein during surgical repair of esophageal atresia-tracheoesophageal fistula- a systematic review and meta-analysis
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This systematic review compares two surgical approaches for repairing EA-TEF: preserving versus ligating the azygos vein during the procedure. The analysis examines whether maintaining this key esophageal drainage vessel impacts surgical outcomes in neonates with this common congenital anomaly.
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- Azygos vein preservation during EA-TEF repair remains controversial with no clear consensus on optimal surgical approach
- The azygos vein serves as a key drainage vessel for the esophagus and may impact postoperative outcomes
- Multiple surgical modifications exist for EA-TEF repair, requiring evidence-based comparison of techniques
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Preservation of the azygos vein versus ligation of the azygos vein during surgical repair of esophageal atresia-tracheoesophageal fistula- a systematic review and meta-analysis. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2026-01-14. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11382
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