The placement of an esophageal stent is typically done under sedation or anesthesia to minimize discomfort for the patient. Therefore, the procedure itself is generally not painful. Sedation can range from conscious sedation, where the patient is relaxed but still awake, to general anesthesia, where

An esophageal stent is a medical device used to treat conditions affecting the esophagus, which is the muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach. The primary purpose of an esophageal stent is to alleviate blockages or strictures in the esophagus.Esophageal strictures or blockages can be