What is vacterl syndrome?

VACTERL syndrome is a condition with a range of findings beginning at birth. The name of the syndrome is actually a mnemonic for some possible findings in the disorder: vertebral anomalies, anal atresia, cardiac defects, tracheoeophageal fistula with esophageal atresia, renal (kidney) anomalies, and limb defects (eg, radius defects). The most common findings are tracheoesophageal fistula with anal atresia or vertebral defects.

There are many good online resources about VACTERL syndrome, its epidemiology (how many people have it, etc.), etiology and pathophysiology (what causes it), signs and symptoms, associated findings, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.