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Esophageal Stent

Endoscopic stent placement for esophageal obstruction

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Esophageal Stent?

Esophageal stents are tubular devices deployed through the working channel of an endoscope under fluoroscopic and endoscopic guidance.

Stent types include self-expanding metal (covered, uncovered, partially covered), plastic, and biodegradable variants tailored to indication.

Indications include malignant dysphagia (palliation), tracheoesophageal fistula, anastomotic leak after surgery, refractory benign stricture, and perforation.

The procedure typically takes 30-60 minutes, requires sedation or general anesthesia, and provides relief of dysphagia within hours to days.

Symptoms

Progressive dysphagia (the primary indication for stenting)
Inability to tolerate solid or liquid foods due to obstruction
Aspiration pneumonia from tracheoesophageal fistula
Persistent leak after esophagogastric anastomosis
Pain from acute esophageal perforation
Severe weight loss with malignant esophageal narrowing

Risk Factors

Esophageal or gastroesophageal junction cancer (most common indication)
External compression by mediastinal tumors or lymphadenopathy
Prior esophageal surgery with anastomotic leak
Caustic injury or refractory peptic stricture
Iatrogenic perforation during endoscopy or dilation
Tracheoesophageal fistula from cancer or radiation

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Severe progressive dysphagia limiting nutrition
  • Choking, coughing, or aspiration after eating
  • Recurrent fever and pneumonia in esophageal cancer patients
  • Persistent drainage suggesting anastomotic leak
  • Acute severe chest pain after endoscopy
  • Weight loss above 10 percent with esophageal mass

Treatment Methods

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Self-expanding covered metal stent for malignant dysphagia and fistula
02
Partially covered stent to reduce migration in benign strictures
03
Biodegradable plastic stent for refractory benign strictures
04
Stent removal or repositioning if migration occurs (especially with covered stents)
05
Proton pump inhibitor and dietary modifications post-placement
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Multidisciplinary management with oncology, nutrition, and surgery teams

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