Table 3.
Overall survival within different subgroups lower respiratory tract infection
| Group, n | Number of deaths | 1-year OS, % | P | Relative risk of death |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of atresia | ||||
| EA + TEF, 65 | 19 | 70.7 | 0.5 | 1.86 |
| EA, 5 | 2 | 60 | ||
| Status of esophagus | ||||
| Diverted, 22 | 12 | 45.4 | 0.001 | 3.71 |
| Maintained continuity, 48 | 9 | 81.25 | ||
| Maturity at presentation | ||||
| Preterm, 25 | 12 | 52 | 0.015 | 3.09 |
| Term, 45 | 9 | 80 | ||
| Development of LRTI | ||||
| Yes, 31 | 13 | 58 | 0.06 | 2.26 |
| No, 39 | 8 | 79.4 |
LRTI: Lower respiratory tract infection, OS: Overall survival, EA: Esophageal atresia, TEF: Tracheoesophageal fistula