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Pediatrics General 1599b988

A term newborn presents with frothing, excessive drooling of saliva, coughing of saliva. There was history of polyhydramnios in antenatal period. There is difficulty in passing a nasogastric tube. What is the probable diagnosis?

A
Diaphragmatic hernia
B
Choanal atresia
C
Gastroschisis
D
Tracheo-esophageal fistula
High-Yield Explanation
Tracheo-esophageal fistula : Newborn presents with frothing, excessive salivation. Associated with polyhydramnios in antenatal period. Nasogastric tube is inserted and inability to pass it confirms the diagnosis of TEF.

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