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Abstract
Since the development of uncovered self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) in the 1990s, endoscopic stents have evolved dramatically. Application of new materials and new designs has expanded the indications for enteral SEMS. At present, enteral stents are considered the first-line modality for palliative care, and numerous types of enteral stents are under development for extended clinical usage, beyond a merely palliative purpose. Herein, we will discuss the current status and the future development of lower enteral stents.Entities:
Keywords: Colon; Obstruction; Self-expanding metal stents; Stent
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Year: 2016 PMID: 26811630 PMCID: PMC4716082 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v22.i2.842
Source DB: PubMed Journal: World J Gastroenterol ISSN: 1007-9327 Impact factor: 5.742