nintinol self-expandable metallic stenting in management of malignant obstructive jaundice: a case series
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Nintinol Self-Expandable Metallic Stenting in Management of Malignant Obstructive Jaundice: A Case Series
BACKGROUND AND AIMS Palliation therapy is the only available therapeutic method for most patients with tumor-induced obstructive jaundice. Metallic stents are now performed percutaneously as an alternative route to the endoscopic approach. It is widely accepted because of its safety, good patency rate, and minimal invasiveness. This study was designed to evaluate the long-term results of metall...
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