Endoscopic endoprosthesis insertion in the treatment of digestive diseases

Over the last few years the use of endoscopically placed endoprostheses for benign and malignant digestive diseases has considerably developed. The endoscopic placement of prostheses is usually well tolerated by patients; it does not require anaesthesia and it is a relatively low-risk procedure. New...

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Published in:Il Giornale di chirurgia 2006-05, Vol.27 (5), p.217-222
Main Authors: Bogliolo, G, Martino, G, Di Fulvio, A, Tonda, M, Pontone, P
Format: Article
Language:Italian
Subjects:
Cholangitis, Sclerosing - surgery
Cholestasis - surgery
Colonic Neoplasms - complications
Constriction, Pathologic
Deglutition Disorders - etiology
Digestive System Diseases - surgery
Endoscopy, Digestive System
Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal
Esophageal Stenosis - complications
Esophageal Stenosis - surgery
Esophagoscopy
Humans
Intestinal Obstruction - etiology
Intestinal Obstruction - surgery
Jaundice, Obstructive - surgery
Metals
Palliative Care
Pancreatitis - surgery
Prospective Studies
Prosthesis Implantation
Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
Recurrence
Stents
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Summary:Over the last few years the use of endoscopically placed endoprostheses for benign and malignant digestive diseases has considerably developed. The endoscopic placement of prostheses is usually well tolerated by patients; it does not require anaesthesia and it is a relatively low-risk procedure. New self-expandable metallic prostheses allow to treat even very tight stenoses; they do not usually require dilatation, therefore reducing the risks involved in dilatation procedure. This study presents a review of experience with prostheses placement in digestive diseases. Indications, limits and complications will be discussed according to data reported in the international literature.
ISSN:0391-9005