An infant is born with an esophageal atresia with a tracheoesophageal fistula. A complication that can occur is:
A) aspiration pneumonia.
B) inability to suck.
C) bowel obstruction.
D) anal atresia.

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Aspiration pneumonia can occur due to the abnormal connection between the esophagus and trachea, allowing food or liquid to enter the lungs.

An Infant Is Born with an Esophageal Atresia with a Tracheoesophageal