| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9248713 | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | 2005 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Almost all pancreatic stents had clogging material, predominantly located at the duodenal flap, which contained plant material, mucopolysaccharides, and crystals, as well as visible calcium carbonate calculi. Albumin and lithostathine may play an important role in the development of stent occlusion.
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Authors
Michael J. MD, Reinhard E. MD, Ralf PhD, Markus MD, Eckhart G. MD, FACP, Matthias MD, H. Thomas MD,