Abstract
We have observed interesting findings in twice performed direct sagittal CT scan in the course of the elongation method treating of esophageal atresia without tracheoesophageal fistula. A patient with esophageal atresia type A was placed in the plane of the gantry so that sagittal scanning could be performed for the mediastinum and peritoneal cavity. So far, plain esophagogram with stretched pouches by the bougies has been routinely carried out for the planning of surgery of esophageal atresia. As compared to the plain esophagogram, however, direct sagittal CT scan is less invasive and able to provide more accurate information of the pouches in natural state.
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