Effect of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene thickness on paclitaxel release and edge stenosis in stent graft

Stent grafts have been widely used to treat lower extremity arterial stenosis or occlusion. However, there are major issues with edge stenosis and loss of patency over time. Paclitaxel-coated stent grafts have been proven to be effective in preventing edge stenosis, but the insufficient amounts of p...

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Main Authors: Qing Zhu, Ping Ye, Haifeng Niu, Zhaohua Chang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbioe.2022.972466/full