Quality of life after type-A esophageal atresia surgery: changes over time and effect of pre-anastomotic elongation

Study evaluates quality of life in esophageal atresia patients 7+ years post-surgery, comparing Foker/Kimura elongation versus bougienage techniques. Results show stable QOL across age groups, with notable discrepancy between patient self-assessment and caregiver perception of mental health. Primary elongation technique did not significantly impact long-term quality of life outcomes.