Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4240439 | Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology | 2008 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Degradation of the covering membrane after stent placement in the UGI tract is not an uncommon event, and recurrent obstruction or fistula can occur through the degraded membrane. A polyurethane membrane is not biostable and dissolves over time, particularly in the gastroduodenal area.
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Authors
Jin Hyoung MD, Ho-Young MD, Ji Hoon MD, Hwoon-Yong MD, Sung-Bae MD, Jong-Hoon MD, Seung-Il MD,