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. 1970 Jul;25(4):406–412. doi: 10.1136/thx.25.4.406

Tracheo-oesophageal fistula and oesophageal atresia: results of 30 years' experience

Michael P Holden 1, Geoffrey H Wooler 1
PMCID: PMC514666  PMID: 5484999

Abstract

One hundred and sixteen cases of oesophageal atresia and tracheo-oesophageal fistula operated upon during the period 1939-67 are reviewed. Current views on, initially, surgical care and ultimate management are discussed.

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