Self-expandable metal stent placement for malignant esophageal strictures – changes in clinical outcomes over time

Conclusions Despite the introduction of novel esophageal SEMS designs, recurrent dysphagia has not declined over the years. Stent-related complications have increased in recent years, which seems to be mainly associated with more frequent use of chemoradiotherapy prior to SEMS placement. [...] © Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Endoscopy - July 10, 2018 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Reijm, Agnes N. Didden, Paul Schelling, Sara J. C. Siersema, Peter D. Bruno, Marco J. Spaander, Manon C. W. Tags: Original article Source Type: research