The Association Between Laryngeal Cleft and Tracheoesophageal Fistula: Myth or Reality?
Authors
Fraga JC, Adil EA, Kacprowicz A, Skinner ML, Jennings R, Lillehei C, Rahbar R
Publication
Laryngoscope
Date
February 2015
Conclusion
“The diagnosis and management of LC in patients with TEF is often delayed. If a child presents with persistent aspiration after TEF repair, a complete airway endoscopy should be performed to evaluate for vocal fold mobility and cleft. Endoscopic repair is the recommended approach for those patients requiring surgical intervention.”