[Comparison between endoscopic stenting and colostomy in the management of obstructing cancer of the left colon: Literature review].

CONCLUSION: In case of neoplastic occlusion of the left colon, the choice between colostomy or colonic stent depends on the therapeutic strategy. Indeed, for curative strategy or administration of anti-angiogenics, it is recommended to practice a colostomy. However, for palliative treatment, colonic stenting is the treatment to follow.
PMID: 30799150 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Presse Medicale - February 21, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Trigui A, Rejab H, Akrout A, Harbi H, Kachaou A, Fendri S, Frikha MF, Mzali R Tags: Presse Med Source Type: research