Radiological management of oesophageal strictures.
Interventional radiologists have an increasing role in managing oesophageal strictures. Fluoroscopically-guided balloon dilatation can relieve dysphagia in patients with benign strictures in about 95% of cases with minimal associated complications. Over 95% of patients with inoperable malignant oesophageal strictures can be successfully palliated with self-expanding metallic stents.
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Department of Interventional Radiology, UMDS, Guy's Hospital, London.
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