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Semin intervent Radiol 2001; 18(3): 251-264
DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-17933
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Esophageal Stents-An Update

Robert Morgan1 , Andreas Adam2
  • 1St. George's Hospital, London, United Kingdom
  • 2Department of Radiology, St. Thomas' Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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18 October 2001 (online)

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ABSTRACT

This article describes the indications for using metallic stents in a variety of esophageal conditions, and the techniques and results of placement.

KEYWORD

Esophagus - metal stents - malignant strictures

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