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  • Title: Flexible bronchoscopic cannulation of an isolated H-type tracheoesophageal fistula in a newborn.
    Author: Amat F, Heraud MC, Scheye T, Canavese M, Labbé A.
    Journal: J Pediatr Surg; 2012 Oct; 47(10):e9-10. PubMed ID: 23084237.
    Abstract:
    Congenital isolated H-type tracheoesophageal fistula (H-TEF) is a rare malformation of the airways. Surgery should not be delayed once the diagnosis is established. Identification of the fistula during surgery is a prerequisite for a successful outcome. Intubation or cannulation of the H-TEF with a catheter can help the surgeon to identify the fistula. A rigid bronchoscope is generally used for cannulation of the fistula. Cannulation of an H-TEF in a newborn with a flexible bronchoscope has the merit of simplicity and safety. We report the insertion of a catheter in an isolated H-TEF in a newborn using a flexible bronchoscope and think that this method can be easily applied.
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