Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9249506 | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | 2005 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Endoscopic removal of biliary SEMS is feasible and safe in more than 70% of cases. Because only 38% of uncovered SEMS were removable, the presence of a stent covering is the only factor predictive of successful stent extraction. The presence of diffuse and severe ingrowth was the main feature limiting SEMS removal.
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Authors
Pietro MD, Milutin MD, Massimiliano MD, Linda S. MD, Gianluca MD, Cristiano MD, Andrea MD, Guido MD, FACG,