Laser Therapy and Insertion of Wallstents for Palliative Treatment of Esophageal Carcinoma
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- 1 January 1991
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Acta Radiologica
- Vol. 32 (5) , 345-348
- https://doi.org/10.3109/02841859109177581
Abstract
A combination of endoscopic laser therapy (ELT) and insertion of Wallstents is a good alternative therapy for palliation of esophageal carcinoma and was performed in 12 patients. The method allows repeated laser therapy and, if necessary, supplementary insertion of stents to maintain the patients' ability to swallow during their remaining lifespan.Keywords
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