The Tight Esophagus - Bougies or Balloons
Esophageal strictures can be managed with a variety of techniques. Each device for dilation has its advantages and disadvantages which are important in selecting the appropriate one for each situation. Stricture management with dilation may require many sessions over a prolonged time. Complications...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
1990-01-01
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| Series: | Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/1990/498456 |
| Summary: | Esophageal strictures can be managed with a variety of techniques.
Each device for dilation has its advantages and disadvantages which are
important in selecting the appropriate one for each situation. Stricture management
with dilation may require many sessions over a prolonged time. Complications
of dilation are infrequent, but perforation must be watched for closely since
its consequences are so serious. The most important factor in stricture management
with dilators is physician familiarity with the method selected. |
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| ISSN: | 0835-7900 |