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  • Title: Thoracic discitis as a complication of self-expanding metallic stents in esophageal carcinoma.
    Author: McQueen AS, Eljabu W, Latimer J, Raju PP.
    Journal: Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol; 2011 Feb; 34 Suppl 2():S300-2. PubMed ID: 19787399.
    Abstract:
    The role of metallic stents in the palliation of esophageal cancer is well established. Self-expanding metal stents (SEMSs) are frequently used, as they provide an effective and safe method of relieving malignant dysphagia. A number of complications are associated with the use of SEMSs, including esophageal perforation. We report a case of thoracic discitis occurring in a patient with advanced esophageal malignancy, treated with SEMSs. We propose that the likely etiology in this patient was esophageal perforation by a metallic stent.
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