Double Pig Tail Stent-assisted Fixation of Fully Covered Metal Stents for the Treatment of Benign Duodenal Strictures

This study uses a double pig-tail stent for cross fixation of a fully-covered stent in the duodenum to reduce the incidence of displacement and ensure the stent can effectively expand the narrowed area, thereby alleviating patient symptoms.

The aim of this study is to explore the safety and efficacy of a double pig-tail stent-assisted fixation of a fully-covered stent for the treatment of benign duodenal strictures, further clarifying its long-term efficacy and providing strong support for the placement of fully-covered stents in treating benign duodenal strictures.

Inclusion criteria

• The subjects voluntarily signed the informed consent form for this trial;
• Patients diagnosed with benign duodenal stricture;
• Symptoms of upper gastrointestinal obstruction, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits, occurring before admission or during hospitalization;
• Patients with refractory strictures who have failed multiple balloon dilations;
• Age < 75 years.

Exclusion criteria

• Gastrointestinal perforation;
• Distal small bowel obstruction or multiple segments of small bowel obstruction;
• Coagulation disorders;
• Strictures or obstructions caused by malignant tumors;
• Severe comorbidities involving the heart, brain, lungs, kidneys, etc.