Endoscopic Implantation of a Biodegradable Tracheal Stent: Toward Pediatric Applications in Airway Surgery — A Preclinical Study

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• Tracheobronchial obstructions often involve patient-specific anatomical variations, complicating standardized treatment approaches.
• Tracheal stenosis and tracheomalacia present unique challenges requiring individualized stent design and placement strategies.
• Biodegradable stents offer potential advantages for pediatric airway management by eliminating need for secondary removal procedures.
• Endoscopic implantation techniques enable minimally invasive delivery of tracheal support devices in complex pediatric cases.
• Optimal tracheal stent design remains an unmet clinical need despite advances in biomaterials and delivery systems.

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