A meta-analysis of combined generic-covered stent-graft with or without bare-metal stent for refractory variceal bleeding

Conclusions: Generic stent-graft/bare-stent combination therapy was associated with significantly lower primary patency compared to Fluency stent alone.

Source: Journal of Minimal Access Surgery - September 26, 2022 Category: Surgery Authors: Hongcheng Ren Mingchao Ding Xiaoyong Huang Bin Wang Guoqing Chi Changgang Shao Shiyong Song Wenjie Song Ruina Shi Source Type: research