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A biliary endoprosthesis functioning after six years.

A Plumer1, K Iswara, J H Siegel

  • 1Department of Medicine Division of Gastroenterology Maimonides Medical Center Brooklyn NY USA.

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy
|January 1, 1994
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Biliary endoprostheses, used for bile duct stones, may function longer than the typical 7 months. This case report details an 85-year-old woman with a 6-year-functioning stent, potentially the longest on record.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Medical Devices and Technology

Background:

  • Biliary endoprostheses are used for managing common bile duct stones, offering a non-surgical option for high-risk patients.
  • These stents typically have a functional lifetime of approximately 7 months and often require replacement.
  • Recent evidence suggests that biliary endoprostheses may be functioning for extended periods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a case of a biliary endoprosthesis functioning significantly beyond its typical lifespan.
  • To highlight the potential for extended functionality of biliary endoprostheses in specific patient populations.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentation of an 85-year-old asymptomatic female patient.
  • Review of the patient's medical history and imaging regarding a biliary endoprosthesis.

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  • Literature search to compare the duration of stent function with previously reported cases.

    • Main Results:

    • The patient presented with an asymptomatic biliary endoprosthesis that had been in place for 6 years.
    • This duration of function is believed to be the longest reported in the medical literature.
    • The patient remained asymptomatic throughout the 6-year period with the indwelling stent.

    Conclusions:

    • Biliary endoprostheses can potentially function for much longer than the conventionally accepted 7-month period.
    • This case underscores the need for further research into factors influencing the longevity of biliary endoprostheses.
    • Extended stent functionality may have implications for patient management and reduce the need for repeat interventions.