Table 3

Comparison between the Flamingo stent and the Ultraflex stent

Flamingo stentUltraflex stent
ShapeConical (proximal flaring)Proximal flaring
CoveringInternalExternal
RigidityRigidFlexible
Length and diameter
    Short12 cm; 24 mm×16 mm12 cm; 28 mm×22 mm
    Long14 cm; 30 mm×20 mm15 cm; 23 mm×17 mm
The end first releasedDistalProximal or distal
Re-sheathYesNo