Long-term outcomes of stent-related perforation in malignant colon obstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionStent-related perforation is associated with an increased risk of global and locoregional recurrence. The successful placement of the stent as a bridge to surgery in the curative purpose of patients with obstructed colon cancer does not exclude the presence of underlying perforation, with the consequent danger of disease spread.PROSPERO registration number: CRD42020152817
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research