The forgotten biliary stent: an unusual cause of diarrhea

This case highlights the possible complications of biliary stents, which may include migration and impaction in the gastrointestinal tract. It also emphasizes the need for a robust follow‐up system after stent placement, to minimize the risks and possible sequelae of a forgotten stent.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Sran, Harkiran, Sebastian, Joseph, Doughan, Samer
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: John Wiley and Sons Inc. 2016
Materias:
Clinical Images
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5018598/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27648272
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.637
Descripción
Sumario:This case highlights the possible complications of biliary stents, which may include migration and impaction in the gastrointestinal tract. It also emphasizes the need for a robust follow‐up system after stent placement, to minimize the risks and possible sequelae of a forgotten stent.

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