Stents for colorectal obstruction: Past, present, and future

World J Gastroenterol. 2016 Jan 14;22(2):842-52. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v22.i2.842.

Abstract

Since the development of uncovered self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) in the 1990s, endoscopic stents have evolved dramatically. Application of new materials and new designs has expanded the indications for enteral SEMS. At present, enteral stents are considered the first-line modality for palliative care, and numerous types of enteral stents are under development for extended clinical usage, beyond a merely palliative purpose. Herein, we will discuss the current status and the future development of lower enteral stents.

Keywords: Colon; Obstruction; Self-expanding metal stents; Stent.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Colonic Diseases / diagnosis
  • Colonic Diseases / etiology
  • Colonic Diseases / therapy*
  • Colonoscopy / adverse effects
  • Colonoscopy / instrumentation*
  • Colorectal Neoplasms / complications*
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Obstruction / diagnosis
  • Intestinal Obstruction / etiology
  • Intestinal Obstruction / therapy*
  • Palliative Care
  • Prosthesis Design
  • Rectal Diseases / diagnosis
  • Rectal Diseases / etiology
  • Rectal Diseases / therapy*
  • Stents*
  • Treatment Outcome