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Abstract
Tracheomalacia is an important cause of morbidity and death following correction of
congenital tracheoesophageal fistula and is a well defined syndrome which requires
recognition and appropriate treatment. The symptoms and signs allow division into
mild, moderate, and severe groups. When the clinical features suggest the presence
of tracheomalacia, endoscopy should be carried out in order to confirm the diagnosis
and document the severity. Mild and moderate cases can be managed conservatively;
efficient and regular physiotherapy is the mainstay of treatment. Severe cases warrant
consideration for the operation of tracheopexy which may be lifesaving and will certainly
reduce the period of hospitalization and will simplify management.
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Publication history
Accepted:
October 20,
1975
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© 1976 Published by Elsevier Inc.
