Background Most patients with oesophageal and gastro‐oesophageal carcinoma are
diagnosed at an advanced stage and require palliative intervention. Although there are …

Esophageal strictures are a problem commonly encountered in gastroenterological practice
and can be caused by malignant or benign lesions. Dysphagia is the symptom experienced …

[110]-oriented microcrystals of solutionized 50.7 at.% Ni–Ti were prepared by focused ion
beam machining and then tested in compression to investigate the stress-induced B2-to …

OBJECTIVES Self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) provide effective palliation in patients
with malignant dysphagia, although severe complications and mortality may result. We …

Background: There are currently 3 types of covered metal stents available in Europe for
palliation of patients with malignant dysphagia. Their relative merits have not been …

BACKGROUND: Self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) are touted as the cornerstone of
endoscopic palliation of unresectable esophageal cancer. However, usage at MD Anderson …

Tracheobronchial obstruction from either benign or malignant disease is a significant cause
of morbidity and mortality. Mechanical obstruction of the large airways can cause stridor …

The role of oesophageal stenting continues to evolve, with several new stents currently on
the market. These stents possess anti-reflux valves, internal plastic coatings and retrievable …

Background: High stent cost is considered the major drawback of self-expanding metal
stents for dysphagia palliation in patients with inoperable esophageal strictures. We report …

There are a wide variety of palliative treatments for esophageal cancer. The aim of most
treatments is to maintain oral food intake, which should stabilize or even improve quality of …