Oesophageal atresia

Oesophageal atresia (OA) occurs in about 1 in 4500 live births in the UK. Over 50% of infants with this condition will also have other congenital abnormalities. The management of this condition has advanced considerably over the past 30 years, resulting in good outcomes in many of these patients. However, the treatment of OA still presents challenges. This article reviews different aspects of this condition.