Esophageal-Stenting

What is an esophageal stent procedure?

In an esophageal stent procedure, a tube is placed in your esophagus (throat) to keep open a blocked area. The tube helps you swallow solids and liquids.
Your esophagus is the muscular tube connecting the back of your mouth to your stomach. When you swallow, the muscles of your esophagus contract. They propel food into your stomach.
Many health problems can partly block a portion of your esophagus. That can make it hard to swallow. The medical term for this is dysphagia. You might have pain when you swallow or feel like food is getting stuck in your chest. The food might come back up after you swallow. An esophageal stent can help reopen your blocked esophagus and ease symptoms.