title: The physics of esophageal dilatation.
abstract: The use of dilators to enlarge esophageal strictures is an old and widely used technique. New technology and designs permit reduced trauma and complications and may ultimately extend the durability of the procedure. Understanding the physics of dilators and their use is essential for clinicians to achieve maximum therapeutic benefit for their patients.
authors: Microvasive/Boston Scientific Corporation, Watertown, MA.
authors: J E
authors: JE
authors: Abele
mesh_terms: D055592:Biophysical Phenomena; D001703:Biophysics; D002404:Catheterization; D004940:Esophageal Stenosis / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans