Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Stents

Devices that provide support for tubular structures that are being anastomosed or for body cavities during skin grafting.

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Abstract

Devices that provide support for tubular structures that are being anastomosed or for body cavities during skin grafting.

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1 entry terms
  • Stent

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, microbiology, parasitology, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, supply & distribution, trends, veterinary, virology.

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Previous Indexing

  • Catheters, Indwelling (1972-1989)
  • Implants, Artificial (1972-1989)
  • Prosthesis (1966-1989)
  • Splints (1966-1989)

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  1. E07w.695w.750w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Stents. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D015607. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D015607
  2. Stents. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stent
  3. Stents. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1325542