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Coaxial cancer dilator.

J F Cardella, D W Hunter, W R Castaneda-Zuniga

    Radiology
    |December 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A novel Teflon cancer dilator effectively bypasses ureteral or biliary obstructions caused by tumors when balloon catheters fail. This method offers a new solution for challenging stent placements in oncology patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Large tumors can encase the ureters or biliary tree, causing obstructions.
    • Dilation with balloon catheters is often challenging in these cases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of a coaxial tapered Teflon cancer dilator for stent placement in patients with tumor-encased ureteral or biliary obstructions.

    Main Methods:

    • A coaxial tapered Teflon cancer dilator was used in ten consecutive patients.
    • Balloon dilatation had previously been unsuccessful in these patients.

    Main Results:

    • The Teflon cancer dilator successfully traversed the obstruction in all ten patients.
    • This facilitated stent placement where balloon dilation failed.

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    Conclusions:

    • A coaxial tapered Teflon cancer dilator is an effective tool for overcoming difficult ureteral and biliary obstructions caused by tumors.
    • This device provides a viable alternative when standard balloon dilation methods are unsuccessful.