Jun 28, 2022 · A tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is an abnormal connection between your esophagus and trachea. The condition is often congenital, which means it happened during …

Tracheoesophageal fistula, also called a TE fistula or TEF, is an abnormal connection in one or more places between the esophagus and the trachea. These abnormal connections can harm …

Dec 12, 2022 · A tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) occurs when a connection between the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (the tube that connects the throat to the stomach) forms during fetal …

Tracheoesophageal fistula and esophageal atresia are birth defects that affect the esophagus. Review symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications and more.

Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is an abnormal connection between the esophagus and trachea. TEF occurs when the wall that normally separates the esophagus and trachea does not form …

Dec 9, 2025 · Care guide for Tracheoesophageal Fistula. Includes: possible causes, signs and symptoms, standard treatment options and means of care and support.

A tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF, or TOF; see spelling differences) is an abnormal connection (fistula) between the esophagus and the trachea. TEF is a common congenital abnormality, …

TE fistula is a birth defect. This means it’s a problem you are born with. It happened when your baby was forming during pregnancy. When a baby with a TE fistula swallows, liquid can pass …

What is tracheoesophageal fistula? Normally, the esophagus (the tube that connects the throat to the stomach) and the trachea (the tube connecting the throat to the windpipe and lungs) are …

May 20, 2025 · A tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is a congenital or acquired communication between the trachea and esophagus. TEFs often lead to severe and fatal pulmonary …