Self-expanding Y stents in the treatment of central airway stenosis: a retrospective analysis

Conclusion: Placement of Y stents in symptomatic CAO allows for quick relief of symptoms. Severe complications are rare. Stent removal is possible after successful treatment of the primary tumour. However, the prognostic indicator for survival is the underlying malignancy.
Source: Therapeutic Advances in Respiratory Disease - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research