Abstract | BACKGROUND AND STUDY AIMS: Membrane-covered self-expandable metal stents are effective in preventing tumor ingrowth and stent obstruction in patients with inoperable esophageal cancer, but migration of stents continues to be a major problem. We therefore constructed a modified covered self-expandable esophageal metal stent capable of being fixed using a silk thread. The stent was studied prospectively to define its palliative characteristics and whether it is effective in preventing migration. PATIENTS AND METHODS: RESULTS: Placement of the stent was successful in all patients, with good symptomatic relief and no serious stent-related complications such as esophageal perforation or hemorrhage. Acute stent placement problems, such as incomplete expansion or acute angulation of the stent, were noted in four patients. However, during a mean follow-up period of 7.5 months (range 1 to 17 months), there was no stent migration. CONCLUSIONS:
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Authors | C S Shim, Y D Cho, J H Moon, J O Kim, J Y Cho, Y S Kim, J S Lee, M S Lee |
Journal | Endoscopy
(Endoscopy)
Vol. 33
Issue 10
Pg. 843-8
(Oct 2001)
ISSN: 0013-726X [Print] Germany |
PMID | 11571679
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Equipment Design
- Esophageal Neoplasms
(therapy)
- Female
- Follow-Up Studies
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Palliative Care
(methods)
- Stents
(adverse effects)
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