Biliary complications are one of the most common problems after orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT),occurring in up to 24% of patients. Anastomotic strictures have been endoscopically managed with plastic stents placement. Recently, partially and fully covered metal stents have been alternatively used to treat refractory benign biliary stenosis. The investigators purpose is to compare efficacy and safety of metallic stents versus multiple plastic stents in the endoscopic management of post transplant biliary complications.
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Post OLT biliary stricture resolution after stent removal
Timeframe: Up to 1 year