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The wrong stent at the wrong time: a cautionary tale.

Marc Noppen1, Dirk Van Renterghem, Peter Vanderstraeten

  • 1Interventional Endoscopy Clinic, Academic Hospital AZ-VUB, Brussels, Belgium. marc.noppen@az.vub.ac.be

Respiration; International Review of Thoracic Diseases
|August 14, 2003
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Self-expandable metallic stents (SEMS) offer convenience but can lead to severe complications. Careful patient selection and consideration of long-term risks are crucial for appropriate SEMS use, especially in benign conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Interventional Radiology
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Self-expandable metallic stents (SEMS) are widely used due to ease of insertion.
  • Their convenience may promote off-label or inappropriate applications.
  • Potential for severe complications necessitates careful consideration of indications.

Observation:

  • Two patient cases illustrate severe early or late complications following SEMS placement.
  • Complications arose despite the perceived benefits of SEMS.
  • These cases highlight the risks associated with SEMS, even in benign conditions.

Findings:

  • Inappropriate use of SEMS can result in significant adverse events.
  • Early and late complications are possible sequelae of SEMS implantation.

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  • The choice of stent type requires specialized knowledge and foresight.

    • Implications:

    • Clinicians must exercise caution and expertise when selecting SEMS.
    • Anticipation of potential long-term side effects is vital for patient safety.
    • Risk-benefit assessment is paramount, particularly for benign stenotic lesions.