Adult Congenital Bronchoesophageal Fistula

Introduction

Congenital bronchoesophageal fistula (CBF) is typically diagnosed in neonates and rarely in adults. Adult bronchoesophageal fistula (BEF) is normally acquired, and CBF is a diagnosis of exclusion. The clinical presentation is non-specific with hemoptysis, chronic postprandial cough, and recurrent pneumonia. Surgical treatment is indicated to relieve symptoms and prevent progression.

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