Recent Updates in Gastrointestinal Stent Placement from the Esophagus to the Colon: A Radiological Perspective

Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2022 Apr;45(4):425-437. doi: 10.1007/s00270-022-03067-5. Epub 2022 Feb 15.

Abstract

Fluoroscopic-guided stent placement has become an advantageous treatment option for diverse gastrointestinal disorders. In addition to palliative stent placement in patients with inoperable cancers, stenting has gradually expanded to other conditions, including as a bridge to surgery, as well as in patients' benign lesions and anastomotic strictures or leaks. This narrative review describes the indications, efficacy and safety of stent placement from the esophagus to the colon, including current recommendations, recent updates, and novel stents.

Keywords: Colon; Esophagus; Fluoroscopy; Gastrointestinal tract; Small bowel; Stents; Stomach.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Colon / diagnostic imaging
  • Colon / surgery
  • Esophagus* / diagnostic imaging
  • Esophagus* / surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases*
  • Humans
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Stents
  • Treatment Outcome