Balloon dilation therapy for managing anastomotic strictures subsequent to surgical correction of esophageal atresia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anastomotic strictures (AS) following surgical repair of esophageal atresia (EA) are the most common cause of pediatric esophageal strictures. In this retrospective cohort study, we evaluated the safety and efficacy of balloon dilation in the treatment of AS following EA repair.

Methods

Balloon dilation was performed on 31 children with AS following EA repair (the diameter of the balloon ranged from 6-15 mm). Esophagography was conducted before and after each dilation. Change from liquid diets to solid food, alleviation of vomiting, and significant weight gain during the 3 to 6 months of follow-up after balloon dilation constituted an effective treatment. The Chi-squared test was used for data analysis in this retrospective cohort study.

Results

A total of

SUBMITTER: Gong YY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12268777 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature