Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula
MONDO:0008586A rare congenital, esophageal disorder characterized by an interruption in the continuity of the esophagus, with or without persistent communication with the trachea. The clinical presentation varies according to the anatomy, and can lead to the inability to swallow or, in the most severe cases, respiratory distress.
Also known as: Esophageal Atresia and/or Tracheoesophageal Fistula, TEF, esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistula, te fistula, tracheoesophageal fistula, tracheoesophageal fistula with or without esophageal atresia
11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 5 tagged with Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula itself.
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Tiny cameras may spare newborns breathing tubes during diagnosis
Disease control Recruiting nowThis trial tests whether a flexible video-endoscope, used while babies breathe on their own, can diagnose tracheoesophageal fistula (a birth defect where the windpipe and food pipe are connected) as accurately as the standard rigid scope that requires a breathing tube. About 60 n…
Sponsor: Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple timing change improve treatment for kids with narrowed esophagus?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at children born with esophageal atresia who develop narrowing (strictures) after surgery. Doctors use a balloon to stretch the narrowed area, but it's unclear how long the balloon should stay inflated. The trial will compare 30 seconds versus 180 seconds of infl…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Baby blood test may predict surgical recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study measures two natural amino acids, arginine and ADMA, in newborns who had abdominal surgery within their first 5 days of life. Researchers want to see if the balance of these substances can help predict how quickly a baby recovers and whether complications arise. No ext…
Sponsor: Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC