Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography stents: indications, risks and novel uses

Stents cannulating the common bile duct and/or the pancreatic duct are frequently used during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in both temporary and definitive management of several conditions. While plastic stents have a high risk of occlusion within a few months, metal stents have la...

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Main Author: Neville Azzopardi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-05-01
Series:Gastroenterology Insights
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Online Access:http://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/gi/article/view/3886