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CAn a stint be put in the pancreas?
A stent can be placed in the pancreatic duct to relieve a blockage or stricture. This can be done as a minimally invasive procedure, using an endoscope to insert the stent. The stent will help to keep the duct open and allow drainage of pancreatic fluid.
Stents are typically made of plastic or metal, and they are designed to be temporary. They will typically need to be removed after a few weeks or months, as they can become blocked or infected.
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