Abstract |
Expandable metallic stents were inserted to treat malignant obstructive jaundice in 4 patients and no migration was noted. In 2 patients, all stents expanded sufficiently enough to remove the external drainage and remained patent. A relatively small caliber (7 Fr) was needed for the introduction of the stent, and when the stent was released, it acquired a much larger diameter. The expandable metallic stent could be used for the effective treatment of obstructive jaundice.
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Authors | S Morita, T Takemura, S Matsumoto, R Odani, T Yoshioka, H Uchida |
Journal | Rinsho hoshasen. Clinical radiography
(Rinsho Hoshasen)
Vol. 35
Issue 4
Pg. 459-63
(Apr 1990)
ISSN: 0009-9252 [Print] Japan |
PMID | 2355646
(Publication Type: English Abstract, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Bile Ducts
- Cholestasis
(therapy)
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Prostheses and Implants
- Stents
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