NCIt related terms : Congenital Atresia of Esophagus;
NCIt definition : A congenital abnormality of the esophagus in which the upper esophagus ends as a blind
pouch and does not connect with the lower esophagus; it is often accompanied by a
tracheoesophageal fistula. Signs and symptoms in a newborn with this abnormality include
excessive salivation, choking, coughing, and the development of cyanosis and respiratory
distress when fed.;