A Novel Biodegradable Tubular Stent Prevents Pancreaticojejunal Anastomotic Stricture

Volume: 10, Issue: 1
Published: Jan 30, 2020
Abstract
Stricture of pancreatic-enteric anastomoses is a major late complication of a pancreaticoduodenectomy for the treatment of a periampullary tumor and can lead to exocrine and endocrine insufficiency such as malnutrition and diabetes mellitus. We investigated the safety and efficacy of a biodegradable tubular stent (BTS) for preventing a pancreaticojejunostomy (PJ) anastomotic stricture in both a rat and porcine model. The BTS was manufactured...
Paper Details
Title
A Novel Biodegradable Tubular Stent Prevents Pancreaticojejunal Anastomotic Stricture
Published Date
Jan 30, 2020
Volume
10
Issue
1
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