Letter to the Editor in Response to: Neurodevelopmental Outcomes and Long-term Quality of Life in Esophageal Atresia: A Narrative Review
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This letter responds to a narrative review on esophageal atresia, emphasizing the importance of shifting focus from surgical survival to long-term neurodevelopmental and quality-of-life outcomes. The authors highlight the clinical value of addressing counseling gaps in a field where perioperative advances have outpaced follow-up care discussions.
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- Esophageal atresia outcomes research should extend beyond survival to include neurodevelopmental and quality-of-life measures.
- Long-term counseling for families often does not reflect current improvements in perioperative care for esophageal atresia.
- Shifting focus to developmental outcomes provides clinically useful information for patient and family counseling.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Letter to the Editor in Response to: Neurodevelopmental Outcomes and Long-term Quality of Life in Esophageal Atresia: A Narrative Review. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2026-05-05. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11903
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