Self-expandable metallic stent as a bridge to elective surgery versus emergency surgery for acute malignant colorectal obstruction

摘要

Backgroud The efficacy and safety of self-expandable metallic stents (SEMSs) as a bridge for patients with acute malignant colorectal obstructions (AMCOs) are still controversial. We conducted this study to evaluate the outcomes of patients with AMCOs treated by different strategies.