H-type tracheo-oesophageal fistula: appearance on three-dimensional computed tomography and virtual bronchoscopy

Pediatr Surg Int. 2001 Nov;17(8):642-3. doi: 10.1007/s003830100012.

Abstract

H-type tracheo-oesophageal fistula (TOF) is a rare type of fistula without oesophageal atresia. The symptoms are usually present at birth, but the diagnosis is often delayed. Traditionally, contrast oesophagography and/or fiberoptic bronchoscopy are used to confirm the diagnosis. We describe the imaging features of a case of H-type TOF seen on three-dimensional computed tomography and virtual bronchoscopy and the usefulness of these techniques in pre-operative evaluation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Bronchoscopy*
  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional*
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed* / methods
  • Tracheoesophageal Fistula / diagnosis*
  • Tracheoesophageal Fistula / diagnostic imaging