Leaving Nothing Behind: Bioresorbable Scaffolds and the Future of Implants in the Peripheral Artery Disease Market
The concept of the medical stent was one of the greatest breakthroughs in cardiovascular history. By leaving a permanent metal mesh tube inside a newly opened artery, surgeons could prevent the vessel from recoiling and collapsing. However, while traditional stents excel in the relatively stable environment of the heart, placing them in the legs presents a unique biomechanical nightmare. As...
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