Esophageal atresia (EA)

What is esophageal atresia (EA)?

Esophageal atresia (EA) - a rare congenital birth defect - is a malformation that obstructs the upper esophagus. The atresia causes the child to have difficulties with swallowing and eating. Muchos recién nacidos que tienen atresia esofágica también presentan cardiopatías congénitas, malformaciones rectales o de columna y problemas renales.

What are the signs and symptoms of esophageal atresia (EA)?

• Piel azulada (generalmente al alimentarse)
• Dificultad para respirar
• Tos o atragantamiento (al alimentarse)
• Abdomen abundante y redondo
• Vómitos
• Otras anomalías congénitas

What is the cause of esophageal atresia (EA)?

The direct cause is unknown but research suggests that is it genetic.