A colonic stent is a small tube that is inserted into the colon to help keep it open. Here are some details on how long colonic stents typically last:- Metal stents - These are the most common and durable type of colonic stent. Metal stents can remain in place for several months on average, though

Duodenal stents are placed using an endoscopic procedure, where the doctor passes an endoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera) through the mouth, esophagus, and stomach to reach the duodenum. 1.The placement procedure involves the following general steps. The patient is sedated for the endosco