Physical Activity Levels in Children with Esophageal Atresia and Congenital Heart Disease: A Comparative Multicenter Study

Esophageal atresia (EA) is associated with impaired motor development, cardiopulmonary function and physical activity (PA). Despite missing scientific evidence, this fact is often attributed to associated congenital heart disease (CHD). The aim of this study is to investigate PA in EA patients without CHD compared to CHD patients and healthy controls.