This document defines Esophageal Atresia (EA) and Tracheoesophageal Fistula (TEF) as congenital anomalies. EA is the failure of the esophagus to form a continuous tube, while TEF is an abnormal connection between the trachea and esophagus. These conditions occur during the 4th and 5th weeks of gestation.
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