Y-configured metallic stent combined with 125 I seed strands cavity brachytherapy for a patient with type IV Klatskin tumor

We report a case in an inoperable patient with type IV Klatskin tumor treated by the use of a novel, two piece, Y-configured self-expandable metallic stent (SEMS) combined with two 125 I seed strands via bilateral approach. The placement of the Y-shaped SEMS was successful and resulted in adequate...

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Main Authors: Jiao Dechao, Xinwei Han, Wang Yanli, Li Zhen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Termedia Publishing House 2016-08-01
Series:Journal of Contemporary Brachytherapy
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Online Access:https://www.termedia.pl/Y-configured-metallic-stent-combined-with-125-I-seed-strands-cavity-brachytherapy-for-a-patient-with-type-IV-Klatskin-tumor,54,28141,1,1.html