Real-world analysis demonstrates effective treatment and cost outcomes for benign colorectal strictures, suggesting endoscopic options may be preferred.
Balloon dilation, stenting and endoscopic incision are safe and effective methods for the treatment of BCS. However, stent placement first with/without dilation, associated with more treatment sessions, increased hospitalization cost and stent-related complications, should not be the preferred treatment for BCS, primarily anastomotic BCS.
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