THORACOSCOPIC APPROACHES IN THE MANAGEMENT OF LONG GAP ESOPHAGEAL ATRESIA: ANALYSIS OF THE FRENCH COHORT

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Long-gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) represents a surgical challenge. Despite the increasing use of thoracoscopy over the past decades, its application in LGEAs remains limited. This study aimed to evaluate the morbidity and mortality rates of LGEA thoracoscopic repair in the early and mid-term in France over the study period.

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Article · Mar 2026 · 1 min read

In brief

This French cohort study examines outcomes of thoracoscopic repair for long-gap esophageal atresia, a complex congenital condition requiring advanced surgical techniques. The research evaluates early and mid-term morbidity and mortality rates for this minimally invasive approach in a challenging patient population.

Long-gap esophageal atresia remains a complex surgical challenge with limited thoracoscopic application despite advances in minimally invasive techniques.
French national cohort data provides real-world evidence on thoracoscopic repair outcomes for LGEA cases.
Study evaluates both early postoperative and mid-term morbidity/mortality to assess thoracoscopic feasibility in LGEA.
Thoracoscopic approaches in LGEA may offer benefits but require careful patient selection and technical expertise.

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