Abstract
Self expandable esophageal prosthesis today represent an effective palliative treatment in esophageal cancer and in cases of stenosis or fistula into the trachea or in the mediastinum, with a limited number of complications. Covered metal ones are preferable, while the plastic stents present a more difficult position and higher incidence of migration. Results in benign stenosis are less successful: their use is recommended only in selected cases. Further long-term prospective data are awaited before biodegradable stents can be recommended for the management of benign esophageal lesions.
Translated title of the contribution | Which stent stenosis of the esophagus which |
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Original language | Italian |
Pages (from-to) | 207-212 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Giornale Italiano di Endoscopia Digestiva |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 3 |
Publication status | Published - Sep 2010 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging