Use of lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) in the management of gastro jejunostomy stricture following Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass for obesity: a prospective series
Abstract Background Chronic strictures following Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) are a troublesome complication that can lead to significant morbidity. The use of stents has been described but the need for X-ray and risk of migration have meant limited use in the management of these strictures. Lume...
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Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-07-01
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Series: | BMC Surgery |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12893-021-01310-3 |