Palliation of malignant colonic obstruction by self-expandable metal stent.

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2000-04-17
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Advanced obstructive colorectal cancer is routinely treated by surgical colostomy. Self-expandable metal stents are a promising alternative. We report the use of an expandable metal stent to relieve colonic obstruction in an elderly lady with advanced colorectal malignancy.
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Dhir V, Gopal S, Saikia TK, Jagannath P, Mohandas KM. Palliation of malignant colonic obstruction by self-expandable metal stent. Indian Journal of Gastroenterology. 2000 Apr-Jun; 19(2): 86-7
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/64482
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Indian Journal of Gastroenterology