Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	105963
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Endoscopic treatment of benign esophageal strictures: Advances and challenges
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Chu-Xin Chen, Zhi-An Jin, Ming Yang, Feng-Ting Tang and Shan-Hong Tang
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Corresponding Author	Shan-Hong Tang, MD, PhD, Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Western Theater Command General Hospital, No. 270 Rongdu Road, Chengdu 610083, Sichuan Province, China. tangshanhong@swjtu.edu.cn
Key Words	Benign esophageal strictures; Esophageal stricture; Oesophageal strictures; Endoscopic treatment; Endoluminal functional luminal imaging probe; Advances and challenges
Core Tip	Endoscopic treatment is the first-line approach for benign esophageal strictures, including dilation, medication, incision, and stenting. However, the lack of standardized protocols (e.g., drug dosage, dilation parameters) leads to inconsistent outcomes. Future advancements should integrate precision assessment tools like endoluminal functional luminal imaging probe to standardize treatment, reduce operator bias, and optimize individualized strategies.
Citation	Chen CX, Jin ZA, Yang M, Tang FT, Tang SH. Endoscopic treatment of benign esophageal strictures: Advances and challenges. World J Gastrointest Surg 2025; In press

Received	2025-02-12 06:16
Peer-Review Started	2025-02-12 06:16
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Return for Revision	2025-03-20 05:40
Revised	2025-04-01 02:09
Second Decision	2025-05-08 02:45
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-05-08 07:09
Articles in Press	2025-05-08 07:09
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