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Biliary stent types

Plastic

Double pigtail plastic stent Straight plastic stent

Two main type:

Straight: less easy blockage

Pigtail: better anchorage

Size:

Different size, commonly 7Fr, 8.5Fr, 10Fr and 11.5Fr

Length:

Different length, commonly 5cm, 7cm, 9cm, 12cm and 15cm

Temporary use (i.e. 3-6 months)

Cheap

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