Tu1576 Single and Sequential Biodegradable Stent Placement for Refractory Benign Esophageal Strictures: A Prospective Follow-Up Study

Refractory benign esophageal strictures (RBES) can be treated with fully covered metal or plastic stents. A major drawback of these stents is the need for stent removal, which can be avoided by placement of recently developed biodegradable (BD) stents (Ella-CS, Hradec-Kralove, Czech Republic) stent. Refractory patients, however, often need multiple stent placements to become dysphagia free. The aim of the study is to assess long term efficacy and safety of single and sequential BD stent placements in patients with RBES.