Esophageal Stent - Esophagoscopy

This antireflux stent is as safe and effective as the standard open stent in relieving malignant dysphagia and was successful in reducing symptomatic gastroesophageal reflux. Esophageal stent placement improved his oral alimentation status. Esophageal stent placement, which is approved only for malignant strictures, is one of the main therapeutic options in affected patients and relieves dysphagia in approximately 90% of cases. Dedicated commercially available devices continue to evolve, each with its own advantages and limitations. Stent placement is subject to technical pitfalls, and adverse events occur following esophageal procedures in a minority of cases. Although chest pain is common and self-limited, reflux esophagitis, stent migration, tracheal compression, and esophageal perforation and obstruction require specific interventions. In many cases, these complications can be recognized and treated by the interventional radiologist with minimally invasive techniques.