Esophageal Atresia and Gastric Ectopic Pancreas: Is There a Real Association?

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• Heterotopic pancreas prevalence was 13.7% in esophageal atresia patients versus 0% in controls, suggesting a significant association.
• All gastric heterotopic pancreas lesions were located in the prepyloric antrum in this pediatric cohort.
• Upper GI endoscopy should be considered in EA patients to screen for heterotopic pancreas given the elevated incidence.
• Heterotopic pancreas, though usually asymptomatic, can cause obstruction, bleeding, or malignant transformation requiring surveillance.
• The study provides prospective evidence strengthening the link between esophageal atresia and ectopic pancreatic tissue.

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