Tytgat G N, den Hartog Jager F C
Endoscopy. 1977 Nov;9(4):211-5. doi: 10.1055/s-0028-1098519.
The role of fiberendoscopy with regard to various dilatatory procedures is discussed. In particular detailed information is given for dilatation of tight asymmetrical fibrous strictures, with metal olives, for dilatation of advanced achalasia and for dilatation of obstructing gastro-esophageal malignancy, followed by positioning of a plastic prosthesis under endoscopic control.