Table 1 Characteristics of studies included in the review (n = 41)
Characteristics | n (% of total) |
|---|---|
Prospective studies | 20 (49%) |
Retrospective studies | 21 (51%) |
Stent deployed by fluoroscopic guidance | 13 (32%) |
Stent deployed by combined endoscopic/fluoroscopic guidance | 28 (68%) |