Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5659760 | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | 2017 | 19 Pages |
Abstract
Non-adherence to the rule of 3 does not appear to increase the risk of AEs, particularly perforation, after esophageal dilation using bougie dilators. Caution is needed with the dilation of malignant strictures, as there is an increased risk of perforations and AEs. However, large prospective studies are needed to verify the results of this study.
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Authors
Karina V. Grooteman, Louis M. Wong Kee Song, Frank P. Vleggaar, Peter D. Siersema, Todd H. Baron,