Biopsy sampling during self-expandable metallic stent placement in acute malignant colorectal obstruction: a narrative review
Abstract Background Histopathology is a crucial part of diagnosis and treatment guidance of colorectal cancer. In Denmark, it is not routine to biopsy during self-expandable metallic stent (SEMS) placement as a treatment option for acute colorectal obstruction of unknown etiology. This is due to lac...
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| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-02-01
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| Series: | World Journal of Surgical Oncology |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12957-021-02122-8 |