Presentation
Known case of esophageal cancer with recently exacerbated dysphagia.
Patient Data
Age: 90 years
Gender: Female
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Shouldering stricture is present at the distal of the esophagus, and a stent is inserted in the diseased segment that is displaced inferiorly toward the stomach. No sign of contrast media leakage is noted.
Case Discussion
This case demonstrates esophageal stent slippage.
These stents are widely used for the palliative treatment of inoperable esophageal malignancies.