In vitro performance of Lifetech IBS Angel™ (iron-based bioresorbable scaffold) stents during overdilation for use in pediatric patients

ObjectivesThe objective of this study was to assess the mechanical performance of the Lifetech IBS Angel stents during overdilation as is often required in pediatric applications; including time of first fracture, foreshortening, and the type of fracturing that occurs.Materials and methodsIn vitro t...

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Main Authors: Kurt Bjorkman, Jennifer R. Maldonado, Stephanie Saey, Daniel McLennan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcvm.2022.1006063/full