Enteral Stent Treatment in Turkey
About Enteral Stent
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure performed endoscopically, avoiding major surgery.Provides rapid relief from obstructive symptoms like dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and vomiting.Improves nutritional intake and quality of life, often within 24-48 hours.Typically performed under sedation, reducing procedure-related discomfort.Short hospital stay, often allowing for quicker recovery compared to surgical alternatives.Can be a crucial palliative treatment for inoperable cancers of the digestive tract./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Malignant obstructions or strictures of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum (e.g., from esophageal, gastric, or pancreatic cancer).
- Benign strictures that are refractory to dilation therapy.
- Anastomotic leaks or fistulas in the gastrointestinal tract (covered stents).
- Extrinsic compression of the bowel from nearby tumors.
- Patients who are poor candidates for major surgical resection due to advanced disease or comorbidities.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation, including imaging (CT scan, endoscopy) to locate and assess the obstruction.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure to ensure an empty stomach.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the doctor.
- Intravenous (IV) line placement for sedation and fluids.
- Discussion of the procedure, risks, benefits, and alternative options with the gastroenterologist to provide informed consent.
Risks & possible complications
- Stent migration (movement from the original placement site).
- Perforation (a tear in the wall of the digestive tract).
- Bleeding at the stent site.
- Stent obstruction due to tumor overgrowth, food impaction, or tissue hyperplasia.
- Reflux symptoms, especially with esophageal stents.
- Pain or discomfort at the stent site.
- Infection or fever.
- Rarely, an allergic reaction to stent materials.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Observation for a few hours post-procedure to monitor for immediate complications.
- Gradual initiation of a liquid diet, advancing to soft foods as tolerated, often starting the same day.
- Specific dietary instructions to prevent food impaction, such as chewing thoroughly and avoiding fibrous foods.
- Medications may be prescribed for pain management or to reduce acid reflux.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor stent function and address any issues like obstruction or migration.
- Patients are advised to report severe pain, fever, inability to swallow, or vomiting immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering enteral stent in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for enteral stent in Turkey include Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Trabzon, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform enteral stent. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for enteral stent compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Enteral Stent in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing enteral stent.
Instabul, Turkey
117 Doctors
Anjali Reddy, a 68-year-old retired schoolteacher...
Anjali Reddy, a 68-year-old retired schoolteacher from Chennai, India, now living with her son's family in the US, had been experiencing progressive difficulty swallowing over several months. Initially, it was just with solid foods, but it had worsened to the point where even liquids and her beloved morning chai were a struggle. She had lost 15 pounds and felt constantly weak and anxious about choking. After an endoscopy and CT scan, her gastroenterologist, Dr. Chen, diagnosed a malignant stricture in her esophagus. Given the advanced stage and Anjali's wish to avoid aggressive surgery, Dr. Chen recommended an enteral stent. He explained it was a minimally invasive procedure to open the blockage, allowing her to eat and drink comfortably again, which was crucial for maintaining her strength. The procedure itself was quick, done under sedation. Anjali felt no pain, just mild pressure. The emotional journey was profound. Before, she felt a deep sense of loss and isolation, unable to share meals with her family, which was central to her life and culture. She feared becoming a burden. Immediately after the stent was placed, she was able to sip water. The next day, she enjoyed a small bowl of soft khichdi. Her recovery was smooth, with some initial chest discomfort that faded. The outcome was transformative: she regained the ability to eat a soft diet, stopped losing weight, and her strength and spirits lifted. Being able to sit at the table with her grandchildren, sharing a meal and stories, restored her sense of joy and dignity, allowing her to focus on quality time with her family.
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