Stent as a bridge to surgery for malignant colonic obstruction: a retrospective study on survival and outcomes

Stent as a bridge to surgery for malignant colonic obstruction: a retrospective study on survival and outcomes

Background In cases of malignant colonic obstruction (MCO), self-expandable metallic stents (SEMS) are used as a bridge to surgery, offering an alternative to emergency surgery. However, the long-term oncologic outcomes remain debated, particularly in developing countries where the cost of SEMS is a...

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Main Authors: Thanawin Wong, Tanawat Pattarapuntakul, Nisa Netinatsunton, Jaksin Sottisuporn, Thanapon Yaowmaneerat, Wongsakorn Chaochankit, Siriboon Attasaranya, Pimsiri Sripongpun, Naichaya Chamroonkul, Viraksakdi Chongsuvivatwong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-02-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
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Malignant colonic obstruction
Self-expandable metallic stent
Bridge to surgery
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12876-025-03654-z
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