Airway stenting is a critical intervention ... stents may offer a promising alternative to traditional metallic or silicone stents, which often require removal and can lead to complications.

“Based on the anatomy of the airway and the exact narrowing and location, that information can be transmitted to a program that’s then able to print in 3D a custom silicone stent that’s ...

A study comparing silicone Y-stents and uncovered self-expanding metallic airway stents (USEMAS) found that while both types improved respiratory symptoms, USEMAS had a lower complication rate and ...