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  • Title: [Endoscopic palliation of inoperable hilar biliary carcinoma with self-expanding metal stents].
    Author: De Palma GD, Rega M, Persico M, Mastantuomo L, Patrone F, Di Marino M, Persico G.
    Journal: Minerva Chir; 2004 Jun; 59(3):249-53. PubMed ID: 15252390.
    Abstract:
    AIM: Prosthetic palliation of patients with malignant hilar stenoses shows particular difficulties, especially in advanced lesions. This is a prospective report of the efficacy of endoscopically inserted single metal stent for complex malignant biliary hilar obstruction. METHODS: Sixty-one consecutive patients were recruited. Contrast injection was deliberately limited to the distal end of the malignant tumor stenosis. A single metal stent was inserted across the stricture into the duct that was technically easiest for the drainage. RESULTS: Successful stent insertion was achieved in 59 of 61 (96.7%) patients. In 3 (4.9%) cases stent malfunction occurred. Successful drainage was achieved in 59 (96.7%) patients and complete resolution of jaundice was achieved in 86% of cases. Early complications included 3 (4.9%) cases of cholangitis and 2 (3.2%) cases of stent occlusion. Late occlusion of the stent occurred in 14 patients (22.9%), including 10 (16.3%) cases of cholangitis and 1 case of liver abscess. Median stent patency was 169 days. Median patient survival was 140 days. CONCLUSION: Metal stent insertion is safe, feasible, and achieves adequate drainage in the great majority of patients with non-resectable hilar cholangiocarcinoma.
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