Complications of esophageal stents used in benign esophageal stenoses

Oesophageal stents are used in the treatment of stenosis of the oesophagus in the last 10 years. The application of the stent in benign stenosis should be exceptional because it is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Two cases with severe complications treated by operation are demonstrated. Types of stents for the treatment of the oesophageal stenosis are presented.