Background and Aims Lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMSs) are a novel class of devices
that have expanded the spectrum of endoscopic GI interventions. LAMSs with their dumbbell …

Lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) represent a new innovation in gastrointestinal
endoscopy. These devices have a saddle-shaped design and larger inner lumen diameter …

The lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS) is one of the revolutionary devices recently
developed for gastrointestinal endoscopy. This device has a saddle-shaped design and …

Background and study aims Lumen-apposing stents (LAMS) are approved to treat
peripancreatic collections and for gallbladder and bile duct drainage. Over the last years …

The field of therapeutic endoscopy has seen many recent advancements. One such
emerging field is the use of lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS). Although a few LAMS …

Background Although released only for drainage of pseudocyst and walled-off necrosis
(WON) with≤ 30% solid debris, the utilization of lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS) in “real …

The advent of lumen apposing metal stents (LAMS) has revolutionized the management of
many complex gastroenterological conditions that previously required surgical or …

The lumen apposing metal stent (LAMS) has been well described for drainage of pancreatic
fluid collections. 1 The unique dog bone, or yoyo, design maintains a stable anastomosis to …

The management of short-segment benign gastrointestinal (GI) strictures refractory to
currently available endoscopic treatments (endoscopic balloon dilation, intralesional steroid …

We are reporting a novel “off-label” use of lumen apposing metal stent (LAMS) for
management of refractory gastro-jejunal (GJ) anastomotic stricture after Roux-en-y gastric …