Frequently asked questions
Here, you'll find answers to common questions about our stents, including product features, clinical usage, and procedural guidelines. We aim to provide clear and helpful information tailored to healthcare professionals, ensuring you have the support needed for optimal patient care.
What is Allium?
Allium’s Ureteral Stents are self-expanding large caliber stents, 24Fr – 30Fr (8mm, 9mm and 10mm) in diameter, made of a super elastic nitinol alloy covered by a unique polymer, which offers long term treatment options for “simple obstructions” as well as complication management.
How is it used?
The Allium Ureteral Stents are intended for temporary, long or short-term use in malignant or benign Ureteral strictures, as well as a first /second line treatment option in various complications management indications. Allium Ureteral Stents are mounted on a ready-to-use 10Fr delivery system and the procedure can be performed either retrogradely or percutaneously.
What are the benefits?
- Long indwelling time of up to 3 years
- Fully prevents tissue ingrowth
- Easy insertion and stent positioning
- Excellent patient comfort
- Anti-reflux design
- Can be placed antegrade or retrograde
- Easy removal of the device by simple use of graspers
- Unique anti – migration anchor design
How long can Allium Stent be implanted for?
Allium stents are licensed for long indwelling time of up to 3 years.
What patients are best suited for Allium?
- Anastomotic strictures (Ileal Conduit, Ileal neobladder, Mainz pouch, Renal transplant) benign strictures.
- Fistula and bridging
- Post radiation strictures- Malignancy cases
- UPJ Strictures
- Stricture reoccurrence- this can be a replacement for the frequent Double J stents changes.
Where can I source Allium Stents in the UK?
The licensed UK distributor for Allium Stents is LaproSurge LTD. Please contact us directly on info@laprosurge.com or +44 (0)1923220711 for further information on ordering Allium Stents.
