Here are some typical timelines for how long a biliary stent stays in place:- Plastic biliary stents are usually temporary and may stay in for 3-6 months. They provide short-term relief of a bile duct blockage while waiting for a more definitive treatment.- Metal biliary stents (also called expandab

The main types of esophageal stents include:- Self-expanding metal stents (SEMS): These are made from woven metal (e.g. nitinol, legally) and exert radial force to expand and widen the esophagus. They can be uncovered, partially covered, or fully covered.- Self-expanding plastic stents (SEPS): These