Transanastomotic tubes not linked to anastomotic stricture after esophageal atresia repair

1. Transanastomotic tube placement did not result in different rates of anastomotic stricture in infants undergoing esophageal atresia repair. 2. Moderate-to-severe surgeon-assessed anastomotic tension was independently associated with increased odds of anastomotic stricture. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Anastomotic stricture is a common complication following repair of type C esophageal atresia with distal