Biopsy sampling during self-expandable metallic stent placement in acute malignant colorectal obstruction: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Histopathology is a crucial part of diagnosis and treatment guidance of colorectal cancer. In Denmark, it is not routine to biopsy during self-expandable metallic stent (SEMS) placement as a treatment option for acute colorectal obstruction of unknown etiology. This is due to lack of knowledge about the risks of hemorrhage, and thus the risk to aggravate the deteriorating overview conditions. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate whether there is evidence to avoid biopsy sampling during acute SEMS placement.

Methods

The PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were searched for relevant studies. Studies were included if they described biopsy sampling in relation to SEMS placement. Additionally, national and international guidelines were scrutini

SUBMITTER: Bennedsgaard SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7883457 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature