Analyzing surgical approaches for esophageal atresia with right aortic arch

Management of Esophageal Atresia With Right Aortic Arch: Is the Side of Approach Important?

Observational Fondation Lenval · NCT06402682

This study looks at different surgical methods for treating esophageal atresia in patients with a right aortic arch to see which approach works best.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment19 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorFondation Lenval Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nice)
Trial IDNCT06402682 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the management of esophageal atresia in patients with a right aortic arch over a period of thirty years in France. It aims to determine the most effective surgical approach by comparing outcomes between right and left surgical techniques. The study will analyze patient data to identify complications and establish best practices for surgical management in this specific population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who have undergone surgery for esophageal atresia associated with a right aortic arch.

Not a fit: Patients who have not been operated on for esophageal atresia or do not have a right aortic arch will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical strategies and outcomes for patients with esophageal atresia and right aortic arch.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored surgical approaches for esophageal atresia, but this specific analysis of right aortic arch cases is novel.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Having been operated on for esophageal atresia and right aortic arch

Exclusion Criteria:

* NO

Where this trial is running

Nice

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Right Aortic Arch
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.