Results for tag: "Stent Graft"

A stent graft is a medical device used to treat aortic aneurysms. It is a type of stent, which is a tube-shaped device that is inserted into a blood vessel to keep it open. Stent grafts are made of a fabric tube that is covered with a metal mesh. The fabric tube is inserted into the aneurysm and the metal mesh reinforces the weakened vessel wall. This helps to prevent the aneurysm from rupturing. Stent grafts are used to treat aortic aneurysms that are located in the abdominal aorta, thoracic aorta, or aortic arch. The stent graft market is a rapidly growing segment of the medical device industry. It is driven by the increasing prevalence of aortic aneurysms, advances in technology, and the growing demand for minimally invasive treatments. Stent grafts offer a safe and effective alternative to traditional open surgery, which is associated with a higher risk of complications. Some of the major companies in the stent graft market include Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, Cook Medical, and Terumo. Show Less Read more