Introduction We present the short-and long-term outcomes in the management of pure long-
gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) using the Foker technique (FT) of esophageal elongation by …

Introduction We present the experiences from two European centers performing the Foker
technique (FT) of esophageal lengthening by axial traction and the Kimura advancement …

External traction using the Foker's technique enables elongation in the esophageal
segments within days, and allows the primary repair of the long gap. This article presents …

Background Long-gap esophageal atresia (EA) represents a challenging problem for
pediatric surgeons, and a large number of techniques and approaches have been …

Abstract Purpose The Foker process (FP) uses tension-induced growth for primary
esophageal reconstruction in patients with long gap esophageal atresia (LGEA). It has been …

Long gap esophageal atresia (EA) is characterized by esophageal segments that are too far
apart for primary anastomosis. Surgical repair utilizing interposition grafts or gastric …

Historically, children afflicted with long gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) had few options,
either esophageal replacement or a life of gastrostomy feeds. In 1997, John Foker from …

The Foker process is a method of esophageal lengthening through axial tension-induced
growth, allowing for subsequent primary reconstruction of the esophagus in esophageal …

Background Fundoplication has been performed almost universally in children treated with
the Foker procedure (FP) for long gap esophageal atresia (LGEA). We report our experience …

Aim The ideal repair of esophageal atresia (EA) is primary anastomosis with closure of the
fistula if present. Long gap or local circumstances prompt other procedures that occasionally …