The Hood Esophageal Reconstruction Tube is a special device used in reconstruction and stenting of the cervical esophagus.

The tube is used after the first-stage operation to eliminate profuse salivary leakage by way of the pharyngostoma. It maintains a wide patent pharyngostoma and creates a trough between the pharyngostoma and the esophagostoma to facilitate the second-stage procedure.

The bulbous protrusions prevent displacement of the tube upward and downward, making suturing of the tube unnecessary

The Hood Esophageal Stent aids in management of esophageal obstructions and fistulas in irresectable carcinoma and postradiation stenosis. Studies report quality of palliation in dysphagia equal to neodymium YAG laser therapy at substantially lower costs.

Designed for endoscopic placement, the Esophageal Stent saves expense through an outpatient procedure.

The Esophageal Stent permits passage of food and saliva and is made of soft, conforming, nonirritating, medical-grade silicone.

The Hood Esophageal Reconstruction Tube is a special device used in reconstruction and stenting of the cervical esophagus.

The tube is used after the first-stage operation to eliminate profuse salivary leakage by way of the pharyngostoma. It maintains a wide patent pharyngostoma and creates a trough between the pharyngostoma and the esophagostoma to facilitate the second-stage procedure.

The bulbous protrusions prevent displacement of the tube upward and downward, making suturing of the tube unnecessary

The Harrell Y Stent* , designed with James H. Harrell II, M.D., allows physicians to address airway complications such as anastomosis and stenosis. The stent may also be used to minimize chronic bronchial strictures due to tuberculosis and malignancies.

The posts help prevent migration of the stent after placement.