Duodenal Stent Placement

During a duodenal stent placement, a tiny tube referred to as a stent is placed to prop open an obstruction in the duodenum (first section of the small intestine) which may allow fluid and food to pass more easily and also to keep the duodenum from becoming obstructed again.

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Overview

Duodenal Stent Options

Duodenal stent placement is a less-invasive procedure option (versus surgery) that you can perform to provide relief for your patient. The WallFlex® Duodenal Stent is indicated for palliative treatment of gastroduodenal obstructions produced by malignant neoplasms. The WALLSTENT® Colonic and Duodenal Endoprosthesis is indicated for palliative treatment of colonic, duodenal or gastric outlet obstruction or strictures caused by malignant neoplasms, and to relieve large bowel obstruction prior to colectomy in patients with malignant strictures.

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Illustration of a small bowel obstruction

Illustration of a WallFlex® Duodenal Stent in the duodenum

Illustration of an endoscope being placed

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