Application of 320 row CT in the diagnosis of esophageal atresia combined with tracheoesophageal fistula in neonates

Objective:To explore the value of 320row CT and the post-processing images in the diagnosis of esophageal atresia combind with tracheal-esophageal fistula(CEA-TEF).Methods:Nine suspectd cases of CEA-TEF underwent 320row CT scanning.Post-processing methods included MPR,CPR,MinIP,VR and VE.An experienced technician and a diagnosis physician were responsible for analyzing the images,and according to the need of the diagnosis,making the image post-processing and related measurements.Results:In the 9children,there was CEA-TEF TypeⅢin 8cases and TypeⅠin one case.There was cardiovascular malformations in one of them and imperforate anus in another.Conclusion:320row CT imaging and post processing images can be accurate and non-invasive methods for the diagnosis of CEA-TEF,as well as its classification,fistula location,evaluation of the lung,and whether with other abnormalities.