The Metal That Holds Arteries Open
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Inside a human coronary artery, a precisely engineered cardiovascular stent expands against the vessel wall. It is made from a biocompatible cobalt-chromium alloy. Its laser-cut metallic lattice forms a resilient microscopic scaffold that gently compresses plaque and restores blood flow. The structure maintains the artery’s diameter with smooth, continuous elastic force, allowing red blood cells to move freely through the lumen. At the same time, the stent withstands millions of rhythmic heartbeats in one of the most demanding environments of the human body.
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