An ovine in vivo framework for tracheobronchial stent analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s10237-017-0904-8
Abstract: Tracheobronchial stents are most commonly used to restore patency to airways stenosed by tumour growth. Currently all tracheobronchial stents are associated with complications such as stent migration, granulation tissue formation, mucous plugging and stent strut… read more here.
Keywords: framework; ovine vivo; analysis; tracheobronchial stents ... See more keywords
Towards Individualized Tracheobronchial Stents: Technical, Practical and Legal Considerations
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DOI: 10.1159/000479164
Abstract: Stent placement has been established as a standard procedure for treating airway obstructions. Other indications are localized malacias and fistulas. Though many different stents with various diameters and lengths are available, the shapes are hardly… read more here.
Keywords: technical practical; practical legal; towards individualized; individualized tracheobronchial ... See more keywords