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  • Colonic strictures (benign and malignant) are frequent clinical challenges.
  • Management strategies vary based on etiology.

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  • To review endoscopic approaches for managing colonic strictures.
  • To discuss treatment options for both benign and malignant strictures.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current endoscopic techniques.
  • Analysis of treatment outcomes for dilation, stenting, and surgery.

Main Results:

  • Benign strictures are often managed with balloon dilation, potentially avoiding surgery.
  • Malignant strictures typically require stents and/or surgical intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Endoscopic interventions play a crucial role in colonic stricture management.
  • Treatment selection depends on stricture type and patient factors.