Esophagus CT Appearances

Esophageal Atresia CT Findings

• Best seen on sagittal view
• Esophagus ends in a pouch rather than connecting to the stomach
• Typically diagnosed at birth

Other Information About Esophageal Atresia

Etiology:

• Congenital

Epidemiology:

• Presents shortly after birth

Presentation:

• Cough
• Choking and/or vomiting
• Cyanosis
• White, frothy bubbles in the mouth or drooling

Prognosis:

• The survival rate of esophageal atresia with surgery is around 90-95%