RARE CAUSE OF RECURRENT PNEUMONIA

Recurrent pneumonia is a diagnostic challenge and it warrants many investigations to arrive at a diagnosis. Congenital tracheoesophageal fistula H type is a rare cause of recurrent pneumonia in infancy and childhood. We report two cases who presented with recurrent pneumonia and remained undiagnosed for a long time requiring repeated hospitalizations. Fiberoptic bronchoscopy and barium swallow study were needed to confirm the diagnosis. Surgical conditions should also be considered as a cause for recurrent pneumonia. Early diagnosis prevents long term morbidity