Esophageal Atresia Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which part of the alimentary tract does esophageal atresia affect?

  • Intestines
  • Esophagus (correct)
  • Stomach
  • Liver

When does esophageal atresia typically arise?

  • During adolescence
  • During infancy
  • During pregnancy (correct)
  • During childhood

What complications can occur due to esophageal atresia?

  • Blindness
  • Heart attack
  • Hearing loss
  • Aspiration pneumonia (correct)

What is the anatomical characteristic of esophageal atresia?

<p>Congenital obstruction of the esophagus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could happen if there is a fistula between the lower esophagus and trachea?

<p>Lung damage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which week does esophageal atresia typically arise in fetal development?

<p>Fourth fetal week (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main anatomical characteristic of esophageal atresia?

<p>Congenital obstruction of the esophagus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of a fistula between the lower esophagus and trachea?

<p>Aspiration pneumonia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of esophageal atresia?

<p>Abnormal embryological development of the esophagus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What danger can occur if feeding is attempted in a person with esophageal atresia?

<p>Aspiration pneumonia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Esophageal Atresia

  • Affects the upper part of the esophagus, which is the part of the alimentary tract that connects the throat to the stomach.

Timing and Development

  • Typically arises between 3-4 weeks of fetal development.
  • Can occur at any point between 3-8 weeks of fetal development.

Complications

  • Can cause respiratory distress, pneumonia, and aspiration syndrome.
  • Potential complications include a fistula between the lower esophagus and trachea, which can lead to respiratory distress, pneumonia, and aspiration syndrome.

Anatomical Characteristics

  • The main characteristic is a blind-ending upper esophageal pouch.
  • Can have a fistula between the lower esophagus and trachea, which can lead to respiratory distress, pneumonia, and aspiration syndrome.

Consequences of Fistula

  • If a fistula between the lower esophagus and trachea is present, it can cause food to enter the lungs, leading to respiratory distress, pneumonia, and aspiration syndrome.

Feeding Hazards

  • Feeding attempts in a person with esophageal atresia can lead to respiratory distress, pneumonia, and aspiration syndrome due to food entering the lungs.

Cause

  • The exact cause of esophageal atresia is unknown, but it is believed to be related to faulty embryonic development.

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