information on procedures
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Information on Procedures
Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (TOF) and Oesophageal Atresia (OA) are rare congenital conditions of
the oesophagus (food pipe) and/or trachea (airway) that affect one in every 3,500 babies. Babies
born with Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (TOF) and Oesophageal Atresia need to have surgical
correction soon after they’re born. Some children may also need to have additional surgical
interventions further on in their lives.
Every baby born with TOF/OA is different and will have different needs. With the benefits of
modern medical intervention and the active support of groups like TOFS, the outlook for children
with TOF/OA is very positive.
You can find out here about specific medical procedures. If you’ve got any questions, please
contact the TOFS office.
Surgery for TOF
Long-gap OA (1) delayed anastomosis
Long-gap OA (2) oesophageal substitution
Gastric interposition
Nasogastric tubes
Gastrostomy tubes
Jejunostomy tubes
The Nissen Fundoplication