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Last updated: 02/17/2009
BOOKS
Allan, W., MD, et al. Pediatric Gastrointestinal Disease:Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management, 3rd ed. Boston, MA: B.C. Decker, 2000.
ORGANIZATIONS
American Academy of Family...
Physicians. PO Box 11210, Shawnee Mission, KS 66207. (800) 274-2237.
EA/TEF Child and Family Support Connection. 111 West Jackson Blvd., Suite 1145, Chicago, IL 60604. (312) 987-9085.
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Allesandro, M. P., MD. Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula (EA/TEF). Gastrointestinal Diseases, Virtual Children's Hospital Library.
TEF/VATER International. What is esophageal atresia?
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Esophageal atresia repair, also known as tracheoesophageal fistula or TEF repair, is a surgical procedure performed to correct congenital defects of the esophagus (the muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) and the trachea (the windpipe that carries air into the lungs). Esophageal atresia (EA) and tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) are commonly found together (EA/TEF), but may also occur separately. As of 2003, there is no known cause for these congenital defects.
From http://www.healthline.com/galecontent/esophageal-atresia-repair
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In 2006, estimates of the direct medical costs of allergic rhinitis in the US ranged from $1.16 billion to $4.5 billion, rising to $7.7 billion when indirect costs were included.
From: AHRQ
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