Respiratory and Body Cavities Flashcards
1
Q
What is VACTERL?
A
Vertebral anomalies, Anal atresia, Cardiac defect, TEFs, Esophageal atresia, Renal anomalies, Limb defects – occur in 33% of babies who have partition abnormalities
2
Q
What is a TEF
A
tracheoesophageal fistula - an abnormal connection between trachea and esophagus
3
Q
What is an H type TEF, what percentage does this effect?
A
4% - Isolated esophageal atresia
4
Q
What is respiratory development initiated by?
A
TBX4 and retinoic acid
5
Q
When does respiratory development begin?
A
4th week
6
Q
Describe polyhydraminos
A
esophagus is connected to trachea only which allows gastric acid and amniotic fluid to enter lungs –> pneumonia and pneumonitis
