What are congenital anomalies of the esophagus and trachea?

Also known as: congenital malformations of the esophagus and trachea, congenital abnormalities of the esophagus and trachea.

Congenital anomalies of the esophagus and trachea are problems with either the esophagus or the trachea (the windpipe) that are present at birth. There are several different kinds that vary in nature and severity.


Reviewed by: Brian Ho, MD

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