Metal Stents Are Safe and Effective for Treatment of Obstructions From Pancreatic Cancer.

Ascribe Higher Education News Service | May 2, 2005 | Copyright

Byline: University of Virginia Health System

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., May 2 (AScribe Newswire) -- One key goal of treating pancreatic cancer, which is often fatal within a year, is making sure patients have a good quality of life with as few complications as possible. This is especially important if they are candidates for surgical removal of the cancer.

Now, doctors at the University of Virginia Health System report that placing self-expanding metal tubes or stents (covered with a synthetic material) to drain the common bile duct is a safe and effective ...

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