Bioresorbable stents

Bioresorbable stents (pronunciation: bio-re-sorb-able stents) are a type of stent that are designed to fully dissolve and be absorbed by the body over time. They are used in the treatment of coronary artery disease to help keep the artery open and improve blood flow to the heart.

Etymology

The term "bioresorbable" is derived from the prefix "bio-" meaning life and the word "resorbable" which means capable of being resorbed or absorbed again. The term "stent" is named after Charles Thomas Stent, a British dentist who developed a compound to create molds for dentures in the 19th century.

History

Bioresorbable stents were first introduced in the early 21st century as an alternative to traditional metal stents. The first bioresorbable stent was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States in 2016.

Types

There are several types of bioresorbable stents, including the Absorb Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold (BVS), the Magmaris Resorbable Magnesium Scaffold (RMS), and the Desolve Myolimus-Eluting Bioresorbable Coronary Scaffold (MEBCS).

Benefits and Risks

The main benefit of bioresorbable stents is that they do not remain in the body permanently, reducing the risk of long-term complications associated with metal stents. However, they may not be suitable for all patients and can have potential risks, including the risk of the stent not fully dissolving or causing an allergic reaction.

Related Terms

• Stent
• Coronary artery disease
• Absorb Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold
• Magmaris
• Desolve

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Bioresorbable stents
• Wikipedia's article - Bioresorbable stents

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