What Types of Cancers Might Require Tracheobronchial Stents?
Various types of cancers might necessitate the use of tracheobronchial stents. These include:
- Lung cancer: Primary lung tumors can cause airway obstruction. - Esophageal cancer: Tumors can invade the trachea or bronchi. - Thyroid cancer: Enlarged thyroid tumors can impinge upon the trachea. - Metastatic cancers: Cancers that spread to the lungs from other locations.
