# An esophageal stent placement in a narrow distal esophagus stricture: A case report

## TL;DR

This case report describes the successful placement of a special stent in an elderly woman with a narrow lower esophageal stricture.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in the successful use of a self-expanding metal stent with antireflux feature in a severely narrowed distal esophageal stricture.

## Key findings

- A self-expanding metal stent with antireflux feature was successfully placed in a narrow distal esophageal stricture.
- The procedure was performed under fluoroscopic guidance and provided a functional solution for the patient.
- The case serves as a reference for managing similar complex esophageal stenosis cases.

## Abstract

An esophageal stricture is defined as an abnormal narrowing of the esophageal lumen. Esophageal stents are used to treat both benign and malignant esophageal strictures. Placement of stents can be particularly challenging in distal and severely narrowed esophageal strictures. In this report, we present the case of an 86-year-old woman with a narrow distal esophageal stricture, successfully treated with the insertion of a self-expanding metal stent (SEMS) with an antireflux feature. The procedure was performed under fluoroscopic guidance. This case aims to provide a valuable reference for medical professionals encountering similar cases requiring esophageal stenting.