Risk Factors of Early Mortality and Morbidity in Esophageal Atresia with Distal Tracheoesophageal Fistula: A Population-Based Cohort Study

This population-based cohort study of 1,008 patients identifies key risk factors for mortality and morbidity in esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula, including low birth weight, cardiac abnormalities, and surgical complications. While early mortality is low (5.1% at 3 months), morbidity remains high during the first year, with prolonged hospital stays and nutritional dependency linked to initial complications and birth weight.