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Keith W. Ashcraft, MD; Lucian L. Leape, MD; Thomas M. Holder, MD

AMA Arch Surg. 1970;101(3):436-437.

Abstract
Two patients developed esophageal anastomotic leak following correction of esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula. Because of massive gastroesophageal reflux, gastrostomy feedings were impossible. Total parenteral nutrition by central venous catheter permitted normal growth while spontaneous healing occurred, obviating the need for cervical esophagostomy or feeding jejunostomy.

Author Affiliations
Kansas City, Kan

From the Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Kansas School of Medicine and Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan.

Footnotes
Accepted for publication April 29, 1970.

Reprint requests to University of Kansas Medical Center, Rainbow Blvd at 39th, Kansas City, Kan 66103 (Dr. Leape).

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