Efficacy of uncovered colonic stents for extrinsic versus intrinsic malignant large bowel obstruction

ConclusionsColonic SEMS for ECM is associated with lower technical and clinical success with earlier intervention rates compared with ICM. Our findings can be used to better inform patients and referring providers as well as guide new stent design to enhance efficacy in this population.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research