Tracheal agenesis

What is Tracheal agenesis?

A rare congenital malformation characterized by either completely absent (agenesis), or severely underdeveloped (atresia) trachea. In both cases, the tracheal lumen is absent for at least a portion of its length, with no proximal-distal communication between the larynx and lower airways. Functionally and in terms of management, tracheal agenesis and tracheal atresia are equivalent.

Inheritance type

Not applicable

Prevalence

  • Europe: <1 in 1,000 000

Age of Onset

  • Antenatal
  • Neonatal
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